Preparing for UAS Studies: Engineering Mathematics
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Field of studies
- Preparatory studies
- Technology and Traffic
Type of education
- Open University
Academic level
- Bachelor Level Studies - EQF 6
Teaching language
- Finnish
- EN
Campus
- Online
Teaching format
- Online Learning
Objective
The course is a preparatory mathematics course for engineering studies.
The course supports your studies in the field of technology in mathematical subjects.
Content
In the independent online course, you will review the following areas of mathematics:
- Quadratic equation
- Properties of a first-degree polynomial function
- Properties of a second-degree polynomial function
- Solving an exponential equation using logarithms
- The concept of the derivative and graphical/numerical differentiation
Schedule
The recommended completion time for the course is eight weeks.
Teaching methods
The course is delivered as an independent online course. Regular online Q&A sessions hosted by the teacher support your learning throughout the course. The learning environment is the Learn-Moodle platform. A more detailed schedule will be provided in the Learn-Moodle workspace.
You can take preparatory studies, for example:
- if you want to test or develop your skills for upcoming university of applied sciences (UAS) studies or entrance exams
- if you need additional preparation during your UAS studies
when completing pathway studies to transition smoothly from upper secondary education to higher education
- if you simply want to refresh your basic skills for your own interest
You must have access to a computer, as digital learning environments and materials are used in the studies.
Learning material
Learning materials are available in Moodle. There is no separate textbook.
Class schedule
The course requires independent work. Time should be allocated weekly for studying learning materials and completing assignments. The student can manage their workload according to their own schedule.
Additional info
Nonstop online course. You can start studying approximately one week after registration.
Please note that the completion time for the study in the open university of applied sciences is 3 months.
Open university of applied sciences students: Registration ends on May 31, 2027, at 23:59. The studies are paid for at the time of registration. All registered students can participate in the course. Please note, that enrolling for open studies requires a Finnish personal identity number. More information about registration, fees, and studies in the open UAS can be found at: https://www.hamk.fi/avoin. Open UAS students can provide course feedback after completing the course.
Evaluation criteria
1-5
Terms and conditions,
Open UAS, non-stop course
By registering for the training, you accept the cancellation policy.
- The tuition fee is paid upon registration.
- You can start the studies approximately within a week of registration.
- The tuition fee is non-refundable, even if you cancel your registration.
Important to know
These are important things to know when considering studying at HAMK’s Open University of Applied Sciences:
A student studying in an open university of applied sciences cannot receive state-funded student financial aid or student discounts unless they are entitled to benefits based on other studies. Etuudet ja vakuutukset
A student studying in an open university of applied sciences cannot receive state-funded student financial aid or student discounts unless they are entitled to benefits based on other studies.
When registering for studies, it must be noted that there may be prerequisites for the studies. Open studies for Master’s degrees often require a previously completed Bachelor’s degree. The student must consider whether their own background knowledge and skills correspond to the prerequisites required for completing the course.
Studying in an open university of applied sciences requires having your own computer. Those starting their studies must acquire their own laptop if they do not already have one. For more information, see the rules and instructions of HAMK’s IT services page. Studies often take place online and can be independent of time and classroom space.
A student studying open studies at HAMK (with a credit-based fee) is granted the right to complete the studies for the duration of the specific study. Any completed credits after the end of the study right will not be accepted.
The information about your completed studies can be found in your own study path at the address https://opintopolku.fi/koski. If you also need an official signed transcript of records, please send a request to opiskelijapalvelut@hamk.fi.
Contact
Ask about registration and practical arrangements: openuas@hamk.fi
For more information on the content of the studies, please contact the course teacher. Staff email addresses are firstname.lastname(at)hamk.fi