Mathematical logic, mathematical definitions, basic number theory, sets, functions, mathematical axioms, algebraic equalities and inequalities, visualisation in mathematics, complex numbers, mathematical argumentation, mathematical proofs and proof models, generalisation of mathematical statements, use of computer-based mathematical tools
IX1307 Problem-Solving in Mathematics 7.5 credits
This course will be discontinued.
Last planned examination: Autumn 2026
Decision to discontinue this course:
The course will be discontinued at the end of HT 2026 according to the faculty board's decision: J-2024-1032.
Decision date: 2024-05-14
The course is offered for the last time Autumn 2024. The last opportunity to take an examination in the course is Autumn 2026.
The exam is offered in the re-examination period. Contact the examiner to be examined on hand-in assignments.
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About course offering
For course offering
Autumn 2024 Start 26 Aug 2024 programme students
Target group
TIDAB, TIEDB, TITEH. Not open to other programmes.
Part of programme
Degree Programme in Computer Engineering, åk 1, Mandatory
Degree Programme in Electronics and Computer Engineering, åk 1, Mandatory
Degree Programme in Engineering and Economics, åk 1, TIED, Mandatory
Periods
P1 (7.5 hp)Duration
Pace of study
50%
Form of study
Normal Daytime
Language of instruction
Swedish
Course location
KTH Kista
Number of places
Places are not limited
Planned modular schedule
Course memo
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Autumn 2024 Start 26 Aug 2024 programme students
Application code
50106
Contact
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Autumn 2024 Start 26 Aug 2024 programme students
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Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
This course should give a basis to university mathematics. On completion of the course, the student should be able to:
- communicate mathematical content
- use mathematical statements (propositions, predicates, definitions, axioms, theorems)
- use and visualise basic mathematical concepts: real numbers (integers, rational and irrational numbers), complex numbers, sets, functions as well as algebraic equalities and inequalities
- use mathematical argumentation and different proof techniques
- use computer-based mathematical tools for calculation and visualisation
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Recommended prerequisites
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Literature
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- INL1 - Hand-in assignments, 4.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Exam, 3.0 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.
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Supplementary information
In this course, the EECS code of honor applies, see: http://www.kth.se/en/eecs/utbildning/hederskodex.