Essential Skills Manual - Automotive Service Technician

ESSENTIAL SKILLS PRINCIPLES OF
MATHEMATICS (PM)
GUIDELINES
PM1 Use Calculators
Upon completion of this objective, learners will be able to:
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1.1 identify the risks and benefits involved in using calculators in the trade
1.2 describe how calculators are used in the trade
1.3 determine the best calculator for the trade
1.4 use knowledge of calculators to solve problems
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Note: Calculators are used to improve speed and accuracy of calculations.
However, it is important to note that calculators are tools and are only accurate if
they are used properly. It is very important to have an understanding of order of
operations when using calculators.
Only resources that specifically refer to calculators are outlined here; however,
calculator skills should be practiced with all identified resources.
Non-contextualized Resources:
Fundamentals of Mechanical and Electrical Mathematics
NWT Apprenticeship Support Materials, Module 1 (Foundations)
Introductory Technical Mathematics, 5 th Edition (pp. xx-xxi)
Online Resources:
http://www.shodor.org/unchem/math/calc/index.html
http://www.how2begin.com/business/how-to-use-a-scientific-calculator-3.html
http://www.uccs.edu/~energy/courses/calculator.html
http://www.khake.com/page47.html
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