Mathematics
Courses in Detail
MTH 01: Maths Can be Fun 1
Leader: Sarah Payne
Day and time: Thursday 9.45 - 10.45
Venue: Room 1, 27-28 Bridge Street
Terms: Autumn.
Number of places: 12
When telling people I am a maths teacher I have often encountered the somewhat nervous response "I was never any good at maths at school". I hope that those that take up this course will eventually agree with its title "Maths Can Be Fun". The course will cover a range of topics starting with the counting numbers and moving to Fibonacci sequences, prime numbers, Pascal's triangle, probability, problem solving - the composition of the group will steer the content and level. Links with art and music will be explored. No previous experience is required except a basic ability in arithmetic and an interest in numbers and problem solving.
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MTH 02: Maths Can be Fun 2 (spring term)
Leader: Sarah Payne
Day and time: Thursday 9.45 - 10.45
Venue: Room 1, 27-28 Bridge Street
Terms: Spring.
Number of places: 12
A repeat of MTH 01.
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MTH 03: The Maths we Forgot – 1st Year
Tutor: Trevor Lawrence
Day and time: Wednesday 10.15 - 11.30
Venue: The Centre at St Pauls, Hills Road
Terms: Autumn, spring.
Number of places: 10
Going back to the maths we forgot or never learnt at school. Some arithmetic and basic algebra, geometry and trigonometry. Will include fractions, types of angles and shapes, percentages, area, simple equations and basic graphs and charts. The aim is to be an informal and co-operative group in which the tutor will present most of the sessions, but there will be opportunities for members to give presentations if they wish. Complete beginners very welcome.
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MTH 04: The Maths we Forgot - 2nd year
Co-ordinator: Margaret Head
Day and time: Tuesday 9.30 - 10.45
Venue: Castle End Mission, Pound Hill
Terms: Autumn, spring.
Number of places: 10
This course reminds us of the maths studied between 11 and 16 years. Members joining this class should be familiar with the work covered in the first year class ( The Maths we forgot -first year). This class will take the algebra, geometry and trigonometry further, with more on handling formulae in various aspects of algebra and trigonometry. Should members so wish there will be opportunities for them to give presentations as this is also a self-help class.
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MTH 05: Probability and Surprising Events (spring term)
Tutor: Dick Wilson
Day and time: Tuesday 10.00 - 11.15
Terms: Spring.
Number of places: 10
An introduction to probability theory and some of its applications in economics and science. Background reading: Nassim Nicholas Taleb The Black Swan.
Note: 9 weeks only, starts 18th January.
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MTH 06: Taking Maths Further
Tutor: John Sutcliffe
Day and time: Thursday 2.00 - 3.15
Venue: Friends Meeting House, Hartington Grove
Terms: Autumn, spring.
Number of places: 6
This class follows on from 'The Maths We Forgot' sequence. Its syllabus is that of A-Level Pure Mathematics from the 70's. Differential and Integral Calculus will be introduced from first principles. Series, partial fractions, coordinate geometry (conic sections), further trigonometry and Numerical Methods are all included. Class members may suggest additional topics, according to their own interests. The tutor will pace the class as members require, with the emphasis on understanding. Help will be given to those who may need to revise more of the assumed background. Presentations by individuals on particular topics are welcomed. A small number of textbooks is available (Heinemann Modular Mathematics, Pure Mathematics 1 & 2).
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