UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA PRETORIA Mathematics I (ENGINEERING) Study Guide 1 for MAT 1581 (217pages)

INTRODUCTION: MATHEMATICS I (Engineering) Welcome to this module Mathematics I for Engineering. This study guide materialhas been compiled to serve the mathematical needs of students engaged in a first course in engineering. Students from other fields who want to broaden their mathematical knowledge will also benefit from this course. Purpose of this module This module will be useful to students in developing basic skills which can be applied in the natural and engineering sciences. Students credited with this module will have an understanding of basic ideas of algebra and calculus in handling problems related to Cramer’s rule to solve systems of linear equations,complex number system, binomial theorem, basic differentiation and integration. The focus is on building strong algebraic skills that will support the developmentof analytical skills that are crucial in problem solving in more advanced mathematics and related subjects. This module will support you in your studies in the field of engineering and thephysical sciences as part of a diploma. You must have mastered all mathematical operations with exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions before starting this module. You will findrevision material on these topics and other basic mathematical concepts on themyUnisa page for MAT1581. The style of the study guide makes it suitable for self-study. To achieve successrequires discipline and hard work. You require a framework for effective studying. The next section assists you withthis framework. Where do you start? Learn the following off by heart:  your student number  the module (subject) code: MAT1581 Do the following on the internet:  Log on to https://my.unisa.ac.za