Introduction to Mathematics in Health Care and Social Services (5 cr)
Code: TH00BM49-3001
General information
Enrollment
02.05.2019 - 31.05.2019
Timing
01.06.2019 - 31.07.2019
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual proportion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Laurea Tikkurila, sote
Campus
Laurea Tikkurila
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 15
Degree programmes
- VALME Higher education preparatory program for immigrans (in Finnish)
Teachers
- Kristiina Kuparinen
- Marja Tanskanen
Teacher in charge
Marja Tanskanen
Groups
-
VALMEK19
Learning outcomes
The students have a good command of basic calculations, unit conversions and essential procedures of calculations. The students know how to correctly interpret mathematical word problems in health care and social services. The students develop their mathematical skills and know how to use various means to alleviate calculation processes and to confirm their correct results.
Content
The course includes unit conversions, different procedures of calculations and estimations of size range. The course introduces important key concepts of mathematics in the field of health care and social services, e.g. concentration and proportionality.
Grading scale
H-5