ALGEBRA

ALGEBRA
Course Code
MA 1006
Credit Points
15
Course Coordinator
Dr J Kedra

Pre-requisites

SCE H or GCE A level in Mathematics.

Overview

The basic course includes a discussion of the following topics: complex numbers and the theory of polynomial equations, vector algebra in two and three dimensions, systems of linear equations and their solution, matrices and determinants.

Structure

3 one-hour lectures and 1 one-hour tutorial per week. Support tutorials to be arranged by the Course Coordinator, as need arises.

Assessment

1st Attempt: 1 two-hour written examination (70%) and in-course assessment (30%).

Resit: 1 two-hour written examination paper (maximum of (100%) resit and (70%) resit with (30%) in-course assessment).

Formative Assessment

In-course assignments will normally be marked within one week and feedback provided to students in tutorials. Students will be invited to contact the Course Coordinator for feedback on the final examination.

Feedback

In-course assessment will be marked and feedback provided to the students.

Support tutorials to be arranged by the Course Coordinator, as need arises.