A CLASS-TEST length .92 HOUR(S) weighted at 25%. A CLASS-TEST - SECOND CLASS TEST length .92 HOUR(S) weighted at 25%. A CLASS-TEST -THIRD CLASS TEST length .92 HOUR(S) weighted at 25%. A 4TH CLASS TEST length .92 HOUR(S) weighted at 25%.

Simplification and expansion of algebraic expressions, including expanding brackets and factorisation.
Linear and quadratic functions.
Indices and logarithms.
Basic statistical measures such as mean and standard deviation.
Determination of laws; non-linear relationships, plotting against the power of a number; use of logarithms.

1. Manipulate algebraic expressions confidently
2. Solve linear and quadratic equations
3. Evaluate and transform algebraic and logarithmic expressions
4. Summarise statistical data

This module will also give you opportunity to demonstrate the following skills:

(a) Understanding of a specific body of knowledge and skills
(b) Analyse
(c) Evaluate
(d) Application of number appropriate to discipline or career needs

1. Test 1 (25%) (Learning outcome 1, a,b)
2. Test 2 (25%) (Learning outcome 2, a,b)
3. Test 3 (25%) (Learning outcome 3, a-c)
4. Test 4 (25%) (Learning outcome 3,4, a-d)

A study guide for using the recommended textbook (Teach Yourself Algebra by P Abbot and M E Wardle, Hodder and Stoughton, 1996). A scientific calculator.

Essential text
Teach Yourself Algebra by P Abbot and M E Wardle, Hodder and Stoughton, 1996

You will learn the core material through lectures and examples classes which will be combined (36 hours). Each week you will be encouraged to attempt other problems in your independent study time.

Within this module you will be introduced to and/or be able to develop your

- Intellectual skills
- Communication
- Application to number
- Personal skills for Lifelong Learning