Natural Sciences and Communication 1 (10cr)

Objective

Mathematics LTR1002A
The student is able to apply vector and matrix calculus in his own field applications. In addition, he/she knows the basics of differential calculus and error assessment by differential. The student is also able to identify real-valued functions.

LTR1002B Physics
The student can apply scientific thinking, general principles and methods of oscillating and wave motion used in technical planning, technical implementation, product development and problem solving. The student also learns to communicate with all partners in other technical fields.

Chemics
The student understands the basics of chemistry which are applied in cement and civil engineering. Chemical and microbiological environment of house.

LKR2001 English:
You are able to recognise different learning strategies and communicate in English in your own field of civil engineering in the grammatically correct way. You are able to perceive your own language needs for the working life. You are able to make use of different tools in information retrieval and in interpretation and production of professional texts. You are able to talk about yourself and about your studies when applying for a job in English. You are able to communicate appropriately in everyday talking situations. You are able to present a product and describe a process in your own field. You are able to produce and give presentations in talking and write short reports in English.

Content

Mathematics LTR1002A
Vector calculating, determinant, matrices, processing of functions, analytic geometry, differential, error assessment.

LTR1002B Physics
Oscillating and pendulous motions, special properties and general principles of waves, sound and pressure waves, electromagnetic radiation.

Chemics
Structure of materials and elements, chemistry of cement and construction materials, mole, gases, concentration, chemical reaction, acids and bases, pH.

LKR2001 English:
language learning strategies, talking and writing about oneself and studies, expressing opinion, communication styles, registers, channels and small talk, professional working tasks in English, using reference aids (e.g., dictionaries), information retrieval, basic professional vocabulary in civil engineering (materials, forms, measures, unities, products, services, manufacturing, techniques), inhabitation, construction types, estate and premises signage, basic vocabulary on construction engineering, presentation skills in English, job application, documents and interview, self-evaluation skills