Courses / Module

On successful completion of the module, students should be able to:

• calculate partial derivatives of functions of many variables
• solve problems involving the gradient of scalar fields and the divergence and curl of vector fields
• make appropriate use of scalar fields and vector functions in the description of physical quantities
• evaluate line, surface and volume integrals
• apply Stokes' and Gauss' theorems
• calculate Fourier series for periodic functions and use them to evaluate infinite series

Delivery methods	Hours
Lectures	24
Labs / Practicals	0
Tutorials	11
Planned learning activities	15
Independent student activities	75
Total	125

• Module Graded (numeric value) or Ungraded (Pass/Not Passed): Graded
• Continuous Assessment detail(s): Weekly assignments

Assessment type	Weighting	Duration
Continuous Assessment	20%
University scheduled written examination	80%	120 minutes
Other	0%
Total	100%	120 minutes

• Pass standard: 40%

• Are Supplemental registrations permitted? Yes
• Written exam
• University scheduled written examination (Autumn): 120 minutes
• Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment registration permitted? No
• Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment capped? No

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