Bridging Maths Course

The Bridging Maths course is suitable for anyone considering registration onto an HNC/D engineering course, or the first year of an engineering/science university degree programme (both start at Level 4). Prior to undertaking such studies, it is vital that learners have a strong foundation in mathematics, up to and including Level 3.

The course is highly interactive and is accessed via a link to our Totara virtual learning environment, and renders perfectly on a smartphone, tablet or laptop. Simply login with your email and password, then you will see a host of interactive sections, each containing essential topics, theory, worked examples, 'Test Your Knowledge' questions/answers, plus interactive Further Problems with worked solutions and expert video guidance.

Step 1

Request an information pack or submit an application form, with the option to have one of our course advisors telephone you to discuss your interest or application further

Step 2

Once you have applied, you will receive an email with our decision within one working day, and we will telephone you to discuss your application if requested

Step 3

Once you have submitted your enrolment form, necessary documentation, and payment, you will receive your login credentials and welcome email.

Module Details - How Will It Work?

  1. Fundamentals

    • 1.1 Mathematical Symbols and Letters
    • 1.2 Positive and Negative Numbers
    • 1.3 Precedence
    • 1.4 Percentages and Decimals
    • 1.5 Fractions, Ratio, Scale and Proportion
    • 1.6 Sequences
    • 1.7 Long Multiplication and Division
    • 1.8 Decimal Places and Significant Figures
    • 1.9 Factors and Multiples
    • 1.10 Roots
    • 1.11 Standard Form

  2. Algebra

    • 2.1 Transposition
    • 2.2 Brackets
    • 2.3 Indices
    • 2.4 Logarithms
    • 2.5 Simultaneous Equations

  3. SI Units

    • 3.1 Base Units
    • 3.2 Derived Units
    • 3.3 Prefixes
    • 3.4 Unit Conversions

  4. Graphs and charts

    • 4.1 Straight Line Graphs
    • 4.2 Charts

  5. Geometry

    • 5.1 Dimensions
    • 5.2 Pythagoras

  6. Trigonometry

    • 6.1 Sine Ratio
    • 6.2 Cosine Ratio
    • 6.3 Tangent Ratio
    • 6.4 The Sine & Cosine Rules
    • 6.5 Circular Measurement

  7. Statistics

    • 7.1 Data
    • 7.2 Frequency Distribution
    • 7.3 Tally Chart
    • 7.4 Data Presentation
    • 7.5 Data Analysis
    • 7.6 Mean
    • 7.7 Median
    • 7.8 Mode

  8. Probability

    • 8.1 Independent Events
    • 8.2 Dependent Events
    • 8.3 Mutually Exclusive Events

  9. Calculus

    • 9.1 Differentiation
    • 9.2 Integration

  10. Dimensional analysis

    • 10.1 Purpose
    • 10.2 Basic Dimensions
    • 10.3 Common Quantities
    • 10.4 Proof of Formulae
    • 10.5 Formulae Development

Entry Requirements - How Do I Apply?

There are no entry requirements to be accepted on our Bridging Maths course. Please note that if you wish to study a HNC/HND Engineering course afterward, these courses have their own entry requirements that you must meet.

Progression - What Can I Do After My Course?

The Bridging Maths course is ideal preparation for a HNC/D engineering course, or the first year of an engineering/science university degree programme.