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ENG1005 Engineering mathematics

Faculty of Engineering

ENG1005 Engineering mathematics is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2024 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 33 units, leading on to 227 units in all.

Credit points: 6
Offered in 2024: Semester 1, Semester 2; Clayton, Malaysia
Assessment: No exam; 5 tasks
Workload: 144 hours; per semester

This is the 2024 handbook entry. See the 2026 entry.

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33 units list ENG1005 as a prerequisite or corequisite.

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Enrolment rules

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.

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.

Offerings in 2024

Teaching period	Campus	Mode
First semester	Clayton	On campus
First semester	Malaysia	On campus
Second semester	Clayton	On campus
Second semester	Malaysia	On campus
October intake teaching period, Malaysia campus	Malaysia	On campus

Assessment

Lecture quizzesThreshold hurdle
5%
Applied class quizzesThreshold hurdle
5%
Mid-semester testThreshold hurdle
20%
Workshop problem setsThreshold hurdle
20%
Final assessmentThreshold hurdle
50%

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

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 and teaching

Applied sessions24 hours
Applied sessions24 hours
Workshops24 hours
Teaching approachActive learning

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.

Face-to-face classes for students studying on campus, and online/distance education for students who are studying remotely. The main learning approach is active learning which requires you to be involved as a proactive learner in the activities and assignments rather than a passive listener.

Learning resources

Recommended resources

Textbook: Modern Engineering Mathematics, 5th ed, by Glyn James.

Technology resources

An internet-enabled device (laptop, tablet, mobile phone) is required for lectures and applied classes in order to access online activities.

Where it fits

ENG1005 is part of 21 areas of study in the 2024 handbook.

Contacts

Chief Examiners: Dr Jian He
Unit Coordinators: Dr Kek Boon Goh; Dr Liang Shiuan-Ni; Dr Jian He

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for ENG1005?

ENG1005 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.

What can I take after ENG1005?

ENG1005 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 33 units, including ASP2011, ASP2062, CIV2263, EAE2122, EAE3111 and EAE3121. Those lead on to 227 units in all.

When is ENG1005 offered?

In 2024, ENG1005 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia.

How much work is ENG1005?

The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.

Does ENG1005 have an exam?

No. ENG1005 has 5 assessment tasks and no exam.

Which majors and minors include ENG1005?

ENG1005 is part of Actuarial studies; Applied mathematics; Astrophysics; Computational science; and Financial and insurance mathematics, and 4 other areas of study.

More details

Credit points: 6
Level: 1
Study level: Undergraduate
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering

Type: Coursework
EFTSL: 0.125
Student contribution: SCA Band 1
Study abroad: Available
Handbook years: 2020 2021 2022 202320242025 2026