Matematiikan peruskurssi A (MATLE0111), 5 op

Basic information

Prerequisites

MATLE0052 or long course of mathematics in high school.

Course contents (core content level)

- Review: simplifications, elementary functions and simple equations
- Linear equations: introduction to matrix algebra, solving linear equations with and without computer.
- DC circuits
- Vectors: dot products, projections, cross products
- Analytic geometry: lines, planes and balls

Course contents (additional)

- Linear regression analysis
- 3D forces acting on the static object

Core content level learning outcomes (knowledge and understanding)

After completion of this course the student is able to formulate and solve the matrix equation relating a practical problem e.g. DC circuits. Participant also understands the basics of the vector algebra.

Core content level learning outcomes (skills)

Student uses fluently computer when problems described above are concerned.

Recommended reading

All the necessary material (written by the lecturer) can be found in the internet address, which is given to students in the beginning of the course. If student wants more support to studies, the suitable book is e.g.
Launonen, Sorvali, Toivonen: Teknisten ammattien matematiikka 3Y , WSOY.

Teaching and learning strategies

Class room teaching: 56 h
Laboratory exercises: 14 h
Exams: 6 h
Student individual workload 57 h (student workload analysis is not carried out)
Total: 133 h

Teaching methods and student workload

Assessment weighting and grading

In order to pass the course (grade 1), student should get 40% (in all) of the total score in two individual tests . The ability to write Matlab code is also checked in tests. Further the so called "basic math test" has to be completed successfully. Homework activity has influence on the grade.

Related competences of the degree programme

Theoretical basis and mathematical and science skills