Science and Engineering - Pre-university Calculus, Physics and Chemistry

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Calculus, physics and chemistry are the foundation of many important science and engineering disciplines. Understanding their basics is fundamental for advanced studies. This series of three MOOCs will give you the chance to review the fundamentals of these subjects.

This program will cover topics that are a prerequisite for many engineering programs but will also show you how these topics are applied in the various follow-up studies. In addition, the courses will also introduce the different ways in which calculus, physics and chemistry are approached at university level to ensure an easy entry to a new degree program. We aim to teach the skills, but also to show you how mathematics, physics and chemistry will be used in the context of different engineering and science disciplines.

Syllabus

Courses under this program:
Course 1: Pre-University Calculus

Prepare for introductory calculus courses by reviewing functions, equations, differentiation, integration and analytic geometry.

Course 2: Pre-University Physics

Prepare for your technical studies by reviewing the fundamentals of physics. Become familiar with the way physics and physics-related topics are taught at university level.

Course 3: Pre-University Chemistry

Prepare for university by reviewing the science and technology of chemistry. Become familiar with the way chemistry and chemistry-related topics are taught at university level.

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Mathematics is the language of Science, Engineering and Technology. Calculus is an elementary mathematical course in any Science and Engineering Bachelor. Pre-university Calculus will prepare you for the Introductory Calculus courses by reviewing five important mathematical subjects that are assumed to be mastered by beginning Bachelor students: functions, equations, differentiation, integration and analytic geometry. After this course you will be well prepared to start your university calculus course. You will learn to understand the necessary definitions and mathematical concepts needed and you will be trained to apply those and solve mathematical problems. You will feel confident in using basic mathematical techniques for your first calculus course at university-level, building on high-school level mathematics. We aim to teach you the skills, but also to show you how mathematics will be used in different engineering and science disciplines.

Education method

This is a self-paced course consisting of 7 modules (or weeks) and 1 final exam. The modules consist of a collection of 3-5 minute lecture videos, inspirational videos on the use of mathematics in Science, Engineering and Technology, (interactive) exercises and homework.

The videos, practice exercises and homework are available free of charge in the audit track. In the ID-verified track, necessary if you pursue a certificate, you can additionally access the final exam.

This course has been awarded with the 2016 Open Education Award for Excellence in the category 'Open MOOC' by the Open Education Consortium.
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Physics is the foundation of many important science and engineering disciplines. Understanding its basics is fundamental for advanced studies. In this course, you will have the chance to review the fundamentals either for your own interest, or to ensure you have a smooth start in the first year of your Bachelor’s degree.

The course aims to close the readiness gap between high school and university. It was specifically developed for potential future students: it covers physics topics that are a prerequisite for many engineering programs, but will also show you how these topics are applied in the various follow-up studies (For example in Applied Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering). The course not only covers the content needed for further study but also introduces the different ways in which physics is presented at university level to ensure an easy entry to a new degree program.

This course is intended for:
1. Prospective engineering students who want to refresh their physics knowledge before starting university
2. High school students who would like an additional challenge in physics not offered by their school
3. Engineering students already enrolled in university who realize that they have a gap in their physics knowledge
4. Other people who are interested in university level physics
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Chemistry is the fundamental discipline that helps us explain properties, structure, and behavior of matter. A solid foundation in chemistry is of importance in addressing today’s challenges with innovative chemical technological solutions.

This course provides you with an opportunity to revisit the fundamentals of chemistry, either out of personal interest or to ensure that you are adequately equipped for the first year of your Bachelor's degree.

You will acquire a solid understanding of the fundamental chemical concepts and see how they can be applied to real-world problems, in areas including: energy transition, chemistry of health and new materials.
The course not only covers the content needed for further study, but it also introduces the different ways in which chemistry is taught at the university-level.

This course is intended for:
- Prospective university students who seek a review
- High school students who want an additional challenge in chemistry not offered by their school
- Students who have already started at university who realize that they have a knowledge gap
- Professionals who want to broaden their knowledge or are looking for a refresher course

Taught by

Sander Otte, Jeroen Kalkman, Liedewij Laan, Timon Idema, Iris Smit, Bart van den Dries, Roelof Koekoek, Wolter Groenevelt, Fokko van de Bult, Volkert van Steijn, Rienk Eelkema, Robin de Kruijff and Cristiano Glessi