This course provides foundational mathematical preparation for students beginning their studies in engineering and related disciplines. Throughout the course, you will explore:
Basic Math: Numbers and Terminology
Basic Math: Numbers and Terminology
Instructors: Antonio José Guirao Sánchez
Access provided by University of Warwick
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
Recommended experience
9 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
The concept of a set and its operations and the elementary mathematical notation
The different types of numbers: natural, integers, rational, irrational and real numbers and the basic concepts of complex numbers
Skills you'll gain
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Assessments
25 assignments
Taught in English
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November 2025
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