REA2081

Mathematics 2 for electrical engineering

Last taught 2019

Spring

Gjøvik

Norwegian

Overview

14 candidates

Pass rate

86%

11 points

Grade distribution
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About this course

Content

Systems of linear equations:
- Matrices
- Vector spaces
- Linear transformations
- Eigensystems and diagonalisation
- Series, sequences and convergence
- Taylor and Fourier series
- Difference equations
- Fourier-, Laplace- and z-transforms

Learning outcomes

The students will learn mathematical tools and methods for engineering problem solving, and acquire a foundation for further study in mathematics and engineering.  The course emphasizes modeling and applications.

Knowledge:
- Understand the  relevance of mathematics in engineering problem solving.
- Able to identify applications of mathematics in engineering subjects.
- Know the possibilities and limitations of mathematical software.
- The course gives in-depth knowledge in the areas of linear algebra with selected applications and power series.

Skills:
- able to understand and use mathematical language.
- able to use mathematical methods and software to solve problems.
- able to judge accuracy of numerical results.
- basic mathematical reasoning
- able to do simple mathematical modeling
The skills are developed by applications to the knowledge areas.

Teaching methods

Lectures, exercises. Mandatory work requirements