Construction technology mathematics 1 (5 cr)

Objective

You will learn the basics of mathematics used for solving technical and financial problems.
After this study unit, you are able to
solve root equations and systems of equations
use trigonometrical functions for solving triangles
construct and solve a vector model of relative movement or truss forces
calculate typical areas and volumes in technical applications
use exponential functions for modelling and solving growing, stabilizing and wilting problems
utilize logarithmic computation to calculate volume levels and magnitudes

Content

How do I construct and solve a system of equations describing e.g. mixture ratios of concrete?
How do I construct and solve a triangle of forces of a triangle-shaped supporting structure?
How do I calculate areas of parts of a roof?
How do I solve problems of temperature dropping and decrease of radiation intensity of some radioactive substance using exponential function?
How do I calculate absolute reference values of magnitudes?

Evaluation

Midterm exams and classroom exercises. Grades 0-5.

Qualifications

Basics of mathematics and physics