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Precalculus (Engineering) - MAT1514

Diploma Year module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Purpose: Students credited with this module will understand the basic ideas of algebra. The focus is on building strong algebraic and trigonometric skills that will support the development of analytical skills that is crucial in problem solving in more advanced mathematics and related subjects. Students learn the definitions and laws of linear, absolute value, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions in order to draw and interpret graphs, solve equations and apply these to simple real-life problems.