MAT093: Foundation Mathematics I / College of Computing, Informatics and Mathematics

This is the first of the two-semester course in Foundation Mathematics for students at the Centre of Foundation Studies. This 5 credit course is focuses on the basic knowledge of number system, polynomials, matrices and system of linear equations, vectors, functions, trigonometric functions and data description that prepared students for the study of calculus. Applications in various areas will be discussed. The purpose of this course is to provide students with strong mathematical concepts, analytical and problem-solving skills; and to expose students to the analytical statistical big data analysis in order to develop long-term retention of principles and practice needed in their future studies by thorough guidance methods, in-class exercises and group project. By the end of this course, students are expected to acquire and apply knowledge of mathematics to respective fields of medicine, health, environment, agriculture, industry and engineering.