Linear Algebra

2019/2020

Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

  • Use of derived functions
  • Integrals and integration techniques
  • Indefinite, definite and improper integrals
  • Use of definite integrals
  • Polar coordinates and parametric equations
  • Function series
  • Ordinary 1st and 2nd order differential equations
  • Partial differential equations
  • Linear algebra and analytical geometry
  • Vectors and vector spaces
  • Determinant and linear systems
  • Matrices, determinants and linear equation systems

Learning objectives

Knowledge

Students who have passed the module should be able to

  • Understand differentiation and integration of simple mathematical functions
  • Understand and interpret simple mathematical problems including solutions to differential equations
  • Understand simple problems in linear algebra

Skills

  • Calculate differentials and integrals of simple functions
  • Solve ordinary 1st and 2nd order differential equations
  • Solve systems of algebraic equations

Type of instruction

Lectures and exercises

Extent and expected workload

150 hours

Exam

Exams

Name of examLinear Algebra
Type of exam
Written exam
4 hours
ECTS5
Assessment7-point grading scale
Type of gradingInternal examination
Criteria of assessmentThe criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures

Facts about the module

Danish titleLineær algebra
Module codeK-BBT-B1-19
Module typeCourse
Duration1 semester
SemesterAutumn
ECTS5
Language of instructionEnglish
Location of the lectureCampus Copenhagen
Responsible for the module

Organisation

Study BoardStudy Board of Biotechnology, Chemistry and Environmental Engineering
DepartmentDepartment of Chemistry and Bioscience
FacultyFaculty of Engineering and Science