Product Description

Foundation Mathshas been written for students taking higher or further education courses, who have not specialised in mathematics on post-16 qualifications and need to use mathematical tools in their courses. It is ideally suited for those studying marketing, business studies, management, science, engineering, computer science, social science, geography, combined studies and design. It will be useful for those who lack confidence and need careful, steady guidance in mathematical methods. Even for those whose mathematical expertise is already established, the book will be a helpful revision and reference guide. The style of the book also makes it suitable for self-study or distance learning.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #87877 in Books
• Published on: 2009-08-04
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback

From the Back Cover
The Essential Maths for Students series provides the fundamental mathematical and statistical techniques required by students entering Higher Education in a wide range of courses. Reflecting the needs of both student and lecturer, each text assumes little previous knowledge and is designed to raise the reader’s proficiency to the level required by today’s courses.
Foundation Maths - second edition is specifically written for non-specialists who need a solid introductory grounding in mathematics for their course. Essential mathematical ideas are explored through worked examples, highlighted key points and self-assessment questions. Particular emphasis is placed on developing basic algebraic skills.
For the second edition, the authors have added a new chapter on decimal fractions, new material on the composition of functions, and a wealth of new examples and exercises spread throughout the book.
Ideal for foundation and access courses in mathematics for a whole range of degrees and diplomas in subjects such as science, engineering, social sciences, geography, marketing, business studies, management, combined studies and design.
Features-
· serves equally well as self-study course, classroom text or ready-reference guide
· informal and user-friendly throughout
· complete self-study units
· start-of-chapter objectives and end-of-chapter self-assessment questions
· numerous fully-worked examples
· end-of-chapter test and assignment questions
· highlighted key points and formulae

Tony Croft is Manager of the Mathematics Learning Support Centre in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Loughborough University and Robert Davison is a Principal Lecturer in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at De Montfort University.

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Customer Reviews

Fantastic book to help bridge the gap
I was having real difficulty with the maths portion of my Computer Engineering degree having not done A level maths. This book goes over the concepts needed in everyday language and is easy to follow with helpful tips and assessment sections. A must for anyone who is having problems with maths.

Gives easily understood explanations
I've just started studying maths with the Open University and have found this book invaluable. I haven't really thought above maths since leaving school 30 years ago and so needed a refresher in the basics, algebra, fractions, etc. This book has been a great help!

Absolutely brilliant A **
The first time I've bothered to leave my thoughts on a book. But this one is well worth a recommendation. A must if you wanna recap or bridge knowledge from GCSE level onwards