- The exponent rules. Basic algebraic identities. The method of completing the square. Charts for analyzing the sign of an expression. The absolute value function. The equation of a straight line in the plane.
- First and second order equations. Some basic polynomial equations of higher degree. Equations with false roots. Linear and nonlinear inequalities.
- Exponential functions and logarithms. The laws of logarithms. Exponential equations and logarithmic equations. Logarithmic scale.
- Trigonometric functions. Inverse trigonometric functions. Trigonometric formulas and equations. The law of sines and the law of cosines.
- Basic terminology of sets and set operations.
- Standard notation for sums and products.
AF0700 Introductory Mathematics 1.5 credits
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Autumn 2024 Start 12 Aug 2024 programme students
Target group
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Degree Programme in Constructional Engineering and Design, åk 1, Recommended
Degree Programme in Engineering and Economics, åk 1, TIBY, Optional
Periods
Duration
Pace of study
50%
Form of study
Normal Daytime
Language of instruction
Swedish
Course location
KTH Campus
Number of places
Places are not limited
Planned modular schedule
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Autumn 2024 Start 12 Aug 2024 programme students
Application code
40008
Contact
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Autumn 2024 Start 12 Aug 2024 programme students
Contact
Robert Algervik (algervik@kth.se)
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Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
After completing the course students shall be able to :
- Define and interpret the concepts described in the course contents.
- Solve standard problems within the area described in the course contents.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Recommended prerequisites
Equipment
Literature
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- TEN1 - Written exam, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.