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ENG1090 · Foundation mathematics
2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 1Faculty of Engineering
Overview
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
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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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