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ENG1005 · Engineering mathematics

Official Handbook

2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 1Faculty of Engineering

Last checked: 27 Sep 2026 UTC

Overview

This unit introduces foundational mathematical concepts required for all disciplines of engineering and assumes that you have prerequisite knowledge equivalent to Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Specialist Mathematics or ENG1090 Foundation Mathematics. Major concepts taught using engineering contexts include linear algebra, calculus and ordinary differential equations. Specific topics include vector algebra, linear systems of equations, matrix algebra, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, sequences and series in single and higher dimensions, multivariate functions, critical points and first and second order linear ordinary differential equations.

Areas of study: E3001 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) S2010 Bachelor of Applied Data Science

Offerings

CampusTeaching periodMode
ClaytonFirst semesterTeaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS)
MalaysiaFirst semesterTeaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS)
ClaytonSecond semesterTeaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS)
MalaysiaOctober intake teaching period, Malaysia campusTeaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS)
MalaysiaSecond semesterTeaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS)

Assessment

The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.

#AssessmentTypeWeightHurdle
1Pre-workshop quizzesQuiz / Test5%Competency
2Applied class quizzesQuiz / Test2.5%—
3Workshop problem setsExercise12.5%—
4Mid-semester test 1Quiz / Test15%—
5Mid-semester test 2Quiz / Test15%—
6Final assessmentExamination50%—

Continuous assessment: 50% Final assessment: 50% Assessment in this unit includes a competency hurdle assessment task. The consequence of not achieving a competency hurdle is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

prerequisite

Prerequisite: You must have passed ENG1090 or VCE Specialist Mathematics Units 3 and 4 with a raw study score of at least 30 (or an equivalent qualification and score). If you enrol in this unit and do not meet one of these prerequisites you will be discontinued.

ENG1090

Learning outcomes

  1. Identify, select and derive fundamental mathematical techniques from linear algebra, multi-variable calculus and ordinary differential equations that are essential to engineering applications.
  2. Apply mathematical techniques to solve engineering problems.
  3. Discuss best practices in the presentation of written mathematical arguments.
  4. Engage in team discussion on the application of mathematics.

Workload

The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.

ActivityDuration
Applied sessions24 hours
Workshops24 hours

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