APPLY ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS

UNIT CODE: ENG/OS/QS/CC/02/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a Quantity Surveyor to apply a wide range of
engineering mathematics in their work. This includes: applying algebraic functions, trigonometry
and hyperbolic functions, complex numbers, coordinate geometry, carrying out binomial
expansion, calculus, ordinary differential equations, Laplace transforms, power series, Statistics,
Fourier series, Vector theory, Matrix, Numerical methods, probability, commercial calculations,
estimations, measurements and calculations of quantities in solving problems.

ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

These describe the key outcomes These are assessable statements which specify the
which make up workplace function. required level of performance for each of the elements.
Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
1. Apply Algebra 1.1 Calculations involving Indices are performed as per
the concept
1.2 Calculations involving Logarithms are performed as
per the concept
1.3 Scientific calculator is used in solving mathematical
problems in line with manufacturer’s manual
1.4 Simultaneous equations are performed as per the
rules
1.5 Quadratic equations are calculated as per the
concept
1.6 Arithmetic and geometric progression problems are
solved
2. Apply Trigonometry and 2.1 Calculations are performed using trigonometric
hyperbolic functions rules
2.2 Calculations are performed using hyperbolic
functions
3. Apply complex numbers 3.1 Complex numbers are represented using Argand
diagrams
3.2 Operations involving complex numbers are
performed
3.3 Calculations involving complex numbers are
performed using De Moivre’s theorem

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4. Apply Coordinate Geometry 4.1 Polar equations are calculated using coordinate
geometry
4.2 Graphs of given polar equations are drawn using the
Cartesian plane
4.3 Normal and tangents are determined using
coordinate geometry
4.4 Loci of points are determined for given mechanism
5. Carry out Binomial Expansion 5.0 Roots of numbers are determined using binomial
theorem
5.1 Errors of small changes are determined using
binomial theorem
5.2 Power series are derived through Binomial
expansion
6. Apply Calculus 6.0 Derivatives of functions are determined using
Differentiation
6.1 Derivatives of hyperbolic functions are determined
using Differentiation
6.2 Derivatives of inverse trigonometric functions are
determined using Differentiation
6.3 Rate of change and small change are determined
using Differentiation.
6.4 Calculation involving stationery points of functions
of two variables are performed using differentiation.
6.5 Integrals of algebraic functions are determined
using integration
6.6 Integrals of trigonometric functions are determined
using integration
6.7 Integrals of logarithmic functions are determined
using integration
6.8 Integrals of hyperbolic and inverse functions are
determined using integration
7. Solve Ordinary differential 7.0 First order and second order differential equations
equations are formed.
7.1 First order and second order differential equations
are solved using the method of undetermined
coefficients
7.2 First order and second order differential equations
are solved from given boundary conditions

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8. Apply Laplace transforms 8.1 Laplace transforms are solved using initial and final
value theorems
8.2 Inverse Laplace transforms are solved using partial
fractions
8.3 Differential equations are solved using Laplace
transforms
9 Apply Power Series 9.1 Power series are obtained using Taylor’s Theorem
9.2 Power series are obtained using Maclaurin’s
theorem
10 Apply Statistics 10.1 Identification, Collection and Organization of data
is performed
10.2 Interpretation, analysis and presentation of data in
appropriate format is performed
10.3 Mean, median, mode and Standard deviation are
obtained from given data
11. Apply Fourier Series 11.1 Fourier series coefficients are obtained using
Fourier series techniques
11.2 Fourier series for 2π to T is are obtained using
Fourier series techniques
11.3 Fourier series for odd and even functions are
obtained using Fourier series techniques
11.4 Harmonic analysis is performed using numerical
methods
12.Apply Vector theory 12.1 Calculations involving vector algebra, dot and
cross products using vector theory
12.2 Gradient, Divergence and Curl are obtained
12.3 Vector calculations are performed using Green’s
theorem
12.4 Vector calculations are performed using Stoke’s
theorem
12.5 Conservative vector fields and line and surface
integrals are obtained using Gauss’s theorem
13. Apply Matrix 13.1 Determinant and inverse of 3x3 matrix are
obtained
13.2 Solutions of simultaneous equations are obtained
13.3 Calculation involving Eigen values and Eigen
vectors are performed
14. Apply Numerical methods 14.1 Roots of polynomials are obtained using iterative
numerical methods

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 14.2 Interpolation and extrapolation are performed using
numerical methods
15. Apply concepts of probability for 15.1 Calculations are performed based on Laws of
work probability
15.2 Calculation involving probability distributions,
mathematical expectation sampling distributions
are performed
15.3 Probability events are determined from dependent,
independent and mutually exclusive
15.4 Counting is done using permutation, combination,
tree diagrams and Venn diagrams techniques
16. Perform commercial 16.1 Exchange rate calculations are done using
calculations devaluation and revaluation
16.2 Sales, stock turnover and profit and loss are
determined
16.3 Incomes, salaries and wages are calculated
17. Perform estimations, 17.1 Measurement information in workplace is
measurements and calculations extracted and interpreted
of quantities 17.2 Appropriate workplace measuring tools and
equipment are identified and selected
17.3 Conversions are performed between units of
measurement
17.4 Measurements are estimated and taken
17.5 Length, width, height, perimeter, area and angles
of figures are calculated
17.6 Volume and surface area of figures are calculated
17.7Information is recorded using mathematical
language and symbols appropriate for the task

RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance criteria apply.
It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance.
Variable Range
Hyperbolic functions includ but not • Sinh x
limited to: • Cosh x
• Cosec x
• Coth x
• Tanh x
• Sech x

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 Figures includes but not limited: • Triangles
• Squares
• Rectangles
• Circles
• Spheres
• Cylinders
• Cubes
• Polygons
• Cuboids
• Pyramids
Quantities includes but not limited to: • Weight,
• Mass
• Area
• Volume
• Length
• Width
• Depth
• Perimeter

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
• Applying fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)
• Using and applying mathematical formulas
• Logical thinking
• Problem solving
• Applying statistics
• Drawing graphs
• Using different measuring tools

Required knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
▪ Fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)
▪ Calculating area and volume
▪ Types and purpose of measuring instruments
▪ Units of measurement and abbreviations

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 ▪ Rounding techniques
▪ Types of fractions
▪ Types of tables and graphs
▪ Presentation of data in tables and graphs
▪ Vector operations
▪ Matrix operations

EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria,
required skills, knowledge and range.
1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency 1.1 Applied Trigonometry and hyperbolic functions
1.2 Applied complex numbers
1.3 Determined angles and length in triangles
1.4 Applied Calculus
1.5 Solved Ordinary differential equations
1.6 Applied Laplace transforms
1.7 Applied Power Series
1.8 Applied Fourier Series
1.9 Applied Vector theory
1.10 Applied Matrix
1.11 Identified and selected measuring equipment
1.12 Collected, Analyzed and presented data
1.13 Applied Numerical methods
2.0 Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
environment where assessment can take place
2.2 Measuring equipment
2.3 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
3.0 Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Observation
3.2 Oral questioning
3.3 Written test
3.4 Portfolio of Evidence
3.5 Interview
3.6 Third party report
Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed:
4. 1On-the-job
4. 2Off-the –job

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 4. 3During Industrial attachment
Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

PREPARE AND INTERPRET TECHNICAL DRAWINGS

UNIT CODE: ENG/OS/QS/CC/02/6/A

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit covers the competencies required to prepare and interpret technical drawings by a
Quantity Surveyor. It involves competencies to select, use and maintain drawing equipment and
materials. It also involves producing plain geometry drawings, solid geometry drawings, pictorial
and orthographic drawings of components and application of CAD softwares.

ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the required
outcomes that make up level of performance for each of the elements.
workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1. Use and maintain drawing 1.1 Drawing equipment are obtained according to task
equipment and materials requirements
1.2 Drawing materials are obtained according to task
requirements
1.3 Drawing equipment are used and maintained according
to manufacturer instructions
1.4 Drawing materials are used according to task
requirements
1.5 Waste materials are disposed in accordance with
workplace procedures and environmental legislations
1.6 Personal Protective Equipment is used according to
occupational safety and health regulations

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