311302-Basic Mathematics
311302-Basic Mathematics
311302-Basic Mathematics
I. RATIONALE
Basic Mathematics plays a crucial role in diploma programmes as it fosters the development of critical thinking
skills, enhances quantitative literacy, prepares students for higher education, promotes problem-solving
abilities, cultivates logical and abstract thinking and fosters mathematical literacy. By engaging with
Mathematics, students acquire logical reasoning, problem-solving techniques and analytical thinking, which are
valuable for lifelong learning and professional growth. Calculus is a branch of Mathematics that calculates how
matter, particles and heavenly bodies actually move. Derivatives are useful to find maxima and minima of the
function, velocity and acceleration are also useful for many engineering optimization problems. Statistics can be
defined as a type of mathematical analysis which involves the method of collecting and analyzing data and then
summing up the data into a numerical form for a given set of factual data or real-world observations. It equips
individuals with the ability to interpret numerical information, make informed decisions and navigate real-
world situations. Moreover, Mathematics provides a foundation for further studies in various disciplines and
prepares students to tackle complex challenges. By exploring abstract concepts and logical structures, students
develop their ability to reason, make connections, and approach problems with clarity and precision.
Furthermore, studying Mathematics helps students appreciate the historical and cultural significance of
Mathematics and its applications in diverse fields, thereby fostering mathematical literacy and a deeper
understanding of the world. Hence the course provides the insight to analyze engineering problems
scientifically using logarithms, matrices, trigonometry, straight line, differential calculus and statistics. By
incorporating these topics, students comprehend to approach engineering problems from a mathematical
perspective, enabling them to devise efficient and effective solutions and this leads to preparing Diploma
graduates well-rounded, adaptable and capable of making significant contributions to the branch-specific
problems.
CO1 - Apply the concepts of algebra to solve engineering (discipline) related problems.
CO2 - Utilize trigonometry to solve branch specific engineering problems.
CO3 - Solve area specific engineering problems under given conditions of straight lines.
CO4 - Apply differential calculus to solve discipline specific problems.
CO5 - Use techniques and methods of statistics to crack discipline specific problems.
1. FA-TH represents average of two class tests of 30 marks each conducted during the semester.
2. If candidate is not securing minimum passing marks in FA-PR of any course then the candidate shall be
declared as "Detained" in that semester.
3. If candidate is not securing minimum passing marks in SLA of any course then the candidate shall be
declared as fail and will have to repeat and resubmit SLA work.
4. Notional Learning hours for the semester are (CL+LL+TL+SL)hrs.* 15 Weeks
5. 1 credit is equivalent to 30 Notional hrs.
6. * Self learning hours shall not be reflected in the Time Table.
7. * Self learning includes micro project / assignment / other activities.
VII. SUGGESTED MICRO PROJECT / ASSIGNMENT/ ACTIVITIES FOR SPECIFIC LEARNING / SKILLS
DEVELOPMENT (SELF LEARNING)
Micro project
Create a function that takes a matrix as input and returns its inverse matrix if it exists. Also Implement a
program that finds the inverse of a square matrix.
Collect the Data of Marks obtained by your class in mid sem test. Compute the variance and coefficient of
variance of the data and interpret the result using the free open source software ORANGE.
Prepare models using matrices to solve simple problems based on cryptography.
Collect Model on quality control analysis, energy efficiency assessment, environmental monitoring, and process
optimization, for these models, analyze data and calculate variance and standard deviation, make a presentation
including short videos.
Assignment
Collect examples based on real world applications of logarithm and prepare a pdf file.
Solve the simultaneous system of equation in two variables by Matrix Inversion Method. Write down a
Mathematical programming using any open source software to verify the result.
Collect an examples on coding theory using applications of matrices and prepare a pdf file.
Represent the Graph of Trigonometric function, Logarithmic function on Geogebra and interpret the nature of
graph and Make a pdf file.
Measure height of trees in surrounding locations using trigonometry and prepare presentation.
Find the derivative of y= x^sinx and visualize the graph of the function and its derivative using any open source
software geometrically.
Find height of room or distance between two pillars by using concept of straight line.
Collect at least 10 examples based on real world applications of standard deviation/variance.
Collect at least 10 examples based on real world uses of applications of derivative.
Attempt any 5-7 Assignment, out of the given list.
Note :
Above is just a suggestive list of microprojects and assignments; faculty must prepare their own bank of
microprojects, assignments, and activities in a similar way.
The faculty must allocate judicial mix of tasks, considering the weaknesses and / strengths of the student in
acquiring the desired skills.
If a microproject is assigned, it is expected to be completed as a group activity.
SLA marks shall be awarded as per the continuous assessment record.
For courses with no SLA component the list of suggestive microprojects / assignments/ activities are
optional, faculty may encourage students to perform these tasks for enhanced learning experiences.
If the course does not have associated SLA component, above suggestive listings is applicable to Tutorials
and maybe considered for FA-PR evaluations.
IX. SUGGESTED WEIGHTAGE TO LEARNING EFFORTS & ASSESSMENT PURPOSE (Specification Table)
Sr.No Unit Unit Title Aligned COs Learning Hours R-Level U-Level A-Level Total Marks
1 I Algebra CO1 12 2 6 6 14
2 II Trigonometry CO2 16 2 6 6 14
3 III Straight Line CO3 6 2 2 4 8
4 IV Differential Calculus CO4 16 2 8 10 20
5 V Statistics CO5 10 2 6 6 14
Grand Total 60 10 28 32 70
X. ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGIES/TOOLS
Tests
Rubrics for COs Assignment
Midterm Exam
Self-learning
Term Work
Seminar/Presentation
Teachers are requested to check the creative common license status/financial implications of the suggested
online educational resources before use by the students