EMAT001

The subject provides a thorough foundation in the mathematical techniques needed for undergraduate programs in Engineering and Science. The subject establishes essential knowledge and skills in the areas of algebra, functions and calculus. It also introduces the basic concepts of linear algebra, including matrices and systems of linear equations for the understanding of linear modelling. Topics include vectors, complex numbers, differentiation and differential equations arising from physical problems, general inverse functions, hyperbolic functions, integrals, solutions to differential equations by integration and introduction to matrices.