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ENG1090 · Foundation mathematics
2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 1Faculty of Engineering
Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTCOverview
This unit introduces foundational mathematics required for all disciplines of engineering. It is equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Specialist Mathematics and a prerequisite for ENG1005. Major concepts taught using engineering contexts include functions and their properties, complex numbers, vectors, differentiation, integration and application.
Areas of study: E3001 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) S2010 Bachelor of Applied Data Science
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | First semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Malaysia | Second semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Malaysia | October intake teaching period, Malaysia campus | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Clayton | First semester | Activities scheduled as a mix of on-campus and online activities (BLENDED) |
Assessment
The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Applied class quizzes | Quiz / Test | 10% | — |
| 2 | Assignments | Project | 10% | — |
| 3 | Semester 1 - Seminar quizzes | Quiz / Test | 10% | Competency |
| 4 | Semester 2, Oct - Competency hurdle quizzes | Quiz / Test | 10% | Competency |
| 5 | Mid-term test | Quiz / Test | 20% | — |
| 6 | Final assessment | Examination | 50% | — |
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
prohibitions
- MTH1020 — Analysis of change
Learning outcomes
- Identify foundational mathematical theory that is essential to engineering applications.
- Describe mathematical techniques and arguments clearly in written and spoken format.
- Discuss mathematical theory as part of a team of peers.
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.
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Workshops | 36 hours |
| Seminars | 36 hours |
| Assessments | 1.5 hours |
| Applied sessions | 22 hours |
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