Diploma in Geometry for General Studies

This is a self-paced online course that introduces you to geometric functions and their applications. Geometry applies to many fields in real life. Professional jobs like animation, game development and CAD engineering use geometry in their day-to-day activities by manipulating shapes. You will learn about the basics of geometry so register for free and begin your next journey!

What You Will Learn In This Free Course

Symbolic Logic

To start, this module will introduce you to the study of logical statements which is analyzed by using symbols. You will also learn about the different geometric laws with the aid of examples. The module also gives an insight into formal symbolic logic proofs and qualifiers.

Introduction to Euclidean Geometry

To start, this module will introduce you to the concept of Euclidean Geometry and how to create a geometric system. You will also learn about the set of assumptions or postulates upon which Euclid geometry is built upon. The module also gives an insight into postulates related to lines, segments, planes, and angles.

Congruent Triangles

To start, this module will introduce you to congruent figures and congruent triangles. You will also learn about the methods of proving the congruence of triangle and triangle inequalities. The module also discusses the medians, angle bisectors, and altitudes of a triangle.

Quadrilaterals

To start, this module will introduce you to the different definitions and properties of quadrilaterals in geometry. The module also discusses how to prove if a quadrilateral is a parallelogram, square, or rhombus. You will also learn about the differences between a trapezoid and an Isosceles trapezoid.

Similarity of Triangles

To start, this module will introduce you to the similarity of triangles. The module also discusses similar polygons, similar triangles, and methods of proving the similarity of triangles. You will also learn about Thales theorem and special right triangles in this module.

Diploma in Geometry for General Studies – First Assessment

In order to pass this assessment, you will need to score 80 percent or above. Remember, if you do not achieve the required standard after the first attempt, you can re-take the assessment until a successful outcome is achieved.

Introduction to Circles

To start, this module will introduce you to the basic definitions of circles and the tangents to a circle. You will learn how to find the circumference and area of a circle with the aid of examples. The module also discusses angles measures in circles and angles formed by two chords intersecting in the Interior of the circle.

Area and Volume

To start, this module will introduce you to the various geometric figures and how to find their areas. You will learn also learn about how to calculate the volumes of geometric shapes. The module also discusses how geometric shapes can be applied to everyday situations.

Coordinate Geometry and Coordinate Proofs

To start, this module will introduce you to coordinate geometry and coordinate proofs. You will learn also learn about how to find the distances, midpoints, and slopes of a line. The module also discusses graphing a linear equation and the equation of circles.

Coordinate and Transformational Geometry

To start, this module will introduce you to coordinate and transformational geometry. You will learn also learn about the formulas and conditions of coordinate geometry. The module also discusses line reflections, rotations, and dilations.

Diploma in Geometry for General Studies – Second Assessment

In order to pass this assessment, you will need to score 80 percent or above. Remember, if you do not achieve the required standard after the first attempt, you can re-take the assessment until a successful outcome is achieved.

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