1. Staged Class test, 2 hours, 70% (Learning outcomes 1,2,3)
2. Assignment, 30% (Learning outcomes 1,2,3)

Directed numbers; fractions; percentages; powers; decimals; approximation; rates and averages; basic algebra including expanding brackets, factorisation and unit conversion; simplifying algebraic expressions; solving algebraic equations; transposing formulae; linear graphs and equations; quadratic graphs and equations; simultaneous equations.

Delivery will be via a 1 hour lecture and 2 hour workshop/tutorial session. Lecture material will demonstrate and explain fundamental mathematical concepts and techniques. The workshops will be based around self-study materials which will reinforce the lecture material and provide an opportunity to practice the techniques. Students will also be expected to utilise computer-based materials e.g. LTSN Mathcentre DVD during independent study hours.

THIS MODULE WILL NORMALLY RUN IN BOTH SEMESTER 1 AND 2

Pre-prepared self study materials.
Computer based resources such as the LTSN Mathcentre DVD and web site.

Students with a GCSE Grade B or above in mathematics are not permitted to take the module expect by agreement with the module leader.

For background reading:
Abbott P, Teach Yourself Algebra, Hodder Arnold Teach Yourself, 2003, 0340867434
Croft A & Davison R, Foundation Maths, Prentice Hall, 2002, 0130454265
Bancroft G & Fletcher M, Improve Your Maths, Addison-Wesley, 1998, 0201331306