Module manager: Dr M Dowker
Email: m.d.dowker@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2025/26
Admission to an undergraduate programme in the School of Chemical and Process Engineering.
| CAPE1080 | Foundation Chemistry |
| CAPE1090 | Foundation Physics |
| CAPE1700 | Topics in Nanotechnology |
This module is not approved as a discovery module
This module provides the foundational mathematics consistent with A-level standard to ensure the basic skills are met to pursue an engineering discipline at degree level.
To apply mathematical methods such as algebra, linear and quadratic equations, trigonometry, exponential and logarithmic functions, differential calculus and definite and indefinite integration to solve basic mathematical problems.
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes relevant to the subject:
1. Have a knowledge and understanding of mathematics necessary for the analysis of, and to support applications of, key engineering principles and processes.
Skills Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills:
a. Technical skills
b. Problem solving & analytical skills
Problem solving, logical approach to problems, building mathematical models based on real-life situations.
Mathematical thinking and modeling, calculus.
Basic Algebra, transposing formulae, indices and surds, quadratics and cubics, straight lines, circles, simultaneous equations, trigonometric identities, exponentials and logarithms, differentiation (1st, 2nd derivatives, stationary points, chain, product, quotient rule including exponentials, logs, trig), integration (indefinite, definite).
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 11 | 1.5 | 16.5 |
| Tutorial | 11 | 1 | 11 |
| Private study hours | 72.5 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 27.5 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100 | ||
Opportunities for formative feedback include in-class discussions, diagnostic questions (multiple choice, designed to identify and address misconceptions) during lectures and tutorial problems.
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc) | 2.0 Hrs Mins | 100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 100 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
There is no reading list for this module
Last updated: 30/04/2025
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