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Technical Mathematics for Architectural and Building Technology MATH 1401

Mathematics Part-time Studies Course

Course details

Basic Algebra Review: solving linear, quadratic and simultaneous linear equations, percentage problems; Trigonometry: definitions of trigonometric functions in a right triangle and the unit circle - relevant applications; Plane Geometry: definitions and relevant applications using regular and irregular polygons; 3-D Geometry: definitions and applications using solids with an emphasis on solids intersecting each other.

Prerequisite(s)

  • Math 12 Pre-Calculus or equivalent OR BCIT Math 0001.

Credits

5.0

Cost

$784.02

Course offerings

Fall 2022

Below is one offering of MATH 1401 for the Fall 2022 term.

CRN 46977

Duration

Tue Sep 06 - Thu Nov 24 (12 weeks)

  • 12 weeks
  • CRN 46977
  • $784.02
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Sep 06 - Sep 29 Tue, Thu 18:30 - 21:30 Online
Oct 06 Thu 18:30 - 21:30 Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2010
Oct 11 - Oct 27 Tue, Thu N/A Online
Nov 01 Tue 18:30 - 21:30 Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2004
Nov 03 - Nov 22 Tue, Thu N/A Online
Nov 24 Thu 18:30 - 21:30 Burnaby SW01 Rm. 2010
Instructor

Simin Sadat Chavoshi Jolfaee

Course outline

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Credits

5

Cost

$784.02

Important information
  1. Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
  2. ***IMPORTANT INFORMATION: COURSE FORMAT IS SYNCHRONOUS ONLINE LECTURES WITH IN-PERSON MIDTERMS AND FINALS. THIS COURSE IS NOT APPROPRIATE FOR STUDENTS LIVING OUTSIDE OF CANADA. MIDTERM #1: Thursday, October 6th. MIDTERM #2: Tuesday, November 1st. FINAL: Thursday, November 24th.
Status

In Progress

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Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Solve different types of equations (equations with fractions that lead to linear equations, quadratic equations, or equations with roots); systems of linear equations.
  • Solve problems involving percentages in applications of building technology.
  • Use the trigonometric functions in solving building technology applications.
  • Determine the length of arcs (portions of circles) and areas representing sectors of circles.
  • Solve problems involving ratios, proportion, and variation.
  • Solve technology - related problems involving plane geometry and three-dimensional geometry (and combinations of geometry and trigonometry).

Effective as of Fall 2010

Related Programs

Technical Mathematics for Architectural and Building Technology (MATH 1401) is offered as a part of the following programs:

School of Construction and the Environment

  1. Architectural and Building Technology
    Certificate Part-time
  2. Architectural and Building Technology
    Diploma Full-time
  3. Civil Technology
    Associate Certificate Part-time
  4. Civil Technology
    Certificate Part-time

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