Vectors, matrices, linear equations, Gaussian elimination, vector geometry with dot product and vector product, determinants, vector spaces, linear independence, bases, change of basis, the least-squares method, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, quadratic forms, orthogonality, inner-product space, Gram-Schmidt’s method. Programming and visualization in Matlab.
SF1672 Linear Algebra 7.5 credits
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For course offering
Autumn 2024 CTFYS1 m.fl. programme students
Target group
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Degree Programme in Engineering Mathematics, åk 1, Mandatory
Degree Programme in Engineering Physics, åk 1, Mandatory
Master of Science in Engineering and in Education, åk 2, MAFY, Mandatory
Periods
P2 (7.5 hp)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
Course memo
Course memo is not publishedSchedule
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For course offering
Autumn 2024 CTFYS1 m.fl. programme students
Application code
51381
Contact
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Autumn 2024 CTFYS1 m.fl. programme students
Examiner
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Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
After the course the student should be able to
- use concepts. theorems and methods to solve and present solutions to problems within the parts described by the course content,
- read and comprehend mathematical text.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Basic requirements.
Recommended prerequisites
Equipment
Literature
The literature is published on the course webpage no later than four weeks before the course starts.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- LAB1 - Laboratory Sessions, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 6.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, 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.
The examiner decides, in consultation with KTHs Coordinator of students with disabilities (Funka), about any customized examination for students with documented, lasting disability.
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.