Introduction to Matrices 21 November 2024 Video
In this workshop we give short introduction to matrices. We show how to add and subtract matrices, multiply matrices, find the transpose of a matrix, calculate the determinant and inverse of a 2 x 2 matrix.
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Strengthening your algebraic skills 31 October 2024 Video
In this workshop we focus on how to rearrange formulae and how to solve linear equations. This includes the skills of combining, simplifying and factorising terms and multiplying out brackets.
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Trigonometry 31 July 2024 Video
This workshop from the Study Ready programme will demonstrate applying the Pythagorean Theorem and use the sine, cosine and tangent ratios to find angles and sides in right-angle triangles.
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Strengthening your algebraic skills 24 July 2024 Video
This workshop from the Study Ready programme reviews the arithmetic of algebraic fractions (addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, simplification) and explains how to rearrange formulae.
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Lines and Linear Equations 17 July 2024 Video
This workshop from the Study Ready programme illustrates how to plot straight lines and how to solve linear equations algebraically.
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Algebra Basics 9 July 2024 Video
This workshop from the Study Ready programme covers how to work with algebraic expressions. It includes combining, simplifying and factorising terms and multiplying out brackets.
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Basic Number Skills 3 July 2024 Video
This workshop from the Study Ready programme refreshes your knowledge of using fractions, decimals, and percentages.
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Revision Workshop: Definite Integration and Finding the Area under a Curve 2 May 2024 Video
This workshop revises how to calculate definite integrals and how to calculate the area under a curve using integration. It goes through some past exam questions.
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Revision Workshop: Vectors 25 April 2024 Video
This workshop revises how to calculate the scalar ("dot") product and vector ("cross") product of two vectors, and goes through some past exam questions which relate to these two quantities.
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How to pass a numerical reasoning job test 21 March 2024 Video
When you apply for a job it is common that you are given a test to see how numerate you are. This workshop gives the opportunity to try some numerical reasoning questions typically found in these job tests. We will discuss techniques to tackle these types of questions and show you online sites where you can go after the session to get more practice.
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Introduction to Matrices 14 March 2024 - Video
This workshop gives an introduction to matrices. We cover the following topics: addition and subtraction of matrices, matrix multiplication, determinants and inverse matrix of a 2x2 matrix, solution of 2x2 systems of equations using matrices.
Written notes from workshop: Introduction to Matrices 14 March 2024 - Notes
Complex Numbers 29 Feb 2024 - Video
In this workshop you will learn what a complex number is and learn how to convert them from rectangular to polar and exponential form. You will also see how to perform some arithmetic operations on complex numbers.
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Solving First and Second-Order Differential Equations 15 Feb 2024 - Video
This workshop shows how to find the solution to a first-order differential equation using the integration factor method, and how to find the general solution of a second-order differential equation by computing the complimentary function and the particular integral.
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Techniques of Integration 01 Feb 2024 - Video
This workshop gives an introduction to integration techniques. In particular, it covers integration of standard functions, integration by parts and some applications.
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Differentiation using the Product, Quotient and Chain Rule 30 Nov 2023 - Video
This workshop focuses on the application of the product, quotient and chain rules.
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Exponentials and Logarithms Workshop 19 Oct 2023 - Video
This workshop gives a short introduction to exponentials and logarithms. It includes the three laws of indices and the three laws of logarithms.
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Drug Dosage Calculations Level 1 Workshop - Video
This video is for health care students and covers drug dosage calculations typically found in the first year of a health care course at LSBU.
Drug Dosage Calculations Level 2 Workshop - Video
This video is for health care students and covers drug dosage calculations typically found in the second and third year of a health care course at LSBU.