# 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.