Maths Methods 1 (F3201)
Mathematical Methods for Physics 1
Module F3201
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
1. Vectors
2. Functions
3. Differentiation
4. Stationary points, local/global minima/maxima; graph sketching
5. Integration
6. Power Series
7. Complex numbers
8. Matrices and Determinants
Computer algebra examples will be embedded throughout.
Module learning outcomes
A successful student should be able to: perform basic algebraic manipulations involving trigonometric, exponential, hyperbolic or logarithmic functions.
Differentiate and integrate standard functions and products and ratios of them, sketch curves of functions, and derive the series expansions.
Use and manipulate complex numbers and vectors, perform elementary operations with determinants and matrices.
Use computer algebra to solve simple mathematical problems
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Average of best 2 coursework marks. | ||
| Problem Set | T1 Week 9 | |
| Problem Set | T1 Week 7 | |
| Problem Set | T1 Week 5 | |
| Unseen Examination | Semester 1 Assessment | 80.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 33333333333 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 10000000000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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