Courses: MAT101 Elementary Calculus I - Autumn 2018




Language of Instruction

Norwegian

Teaching semester

Autumn

Objectives and Content

Objectives:

The course aims to give the students an elementary introduction to functions of one variable, exponential and trigonometric functions, differentiation and integration, vectors, simple differential equations, extremal points for functions of two variables.

 

Content:

The course contains an elementary introduction to functions of one variable, exponential and trigonometric functions, differentiation and integration, vectors, simple differential equations, extremal points for functions of two variables.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course the student should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

 

Knowledge

 

The student has insight in the properties of basic functions such as polynomial functions, exponential functions, and trigonometric functions. The student can differentiate functions formed by the basic functions, and they know basic techniques for evaluating indefinite and definite integrals involving these functions.

The student can discuss the graphs of functions of one variable, basic vector algebra with simple geometrical applications.

The student can find and classify critical points for functions of two variables.

The student can model simple situations involving exponential functions and simple differential equations, and find solutions for the model equations.

 

 

Skills

The student is able to solve problems involving basic functions such as polynomial functions, exponential functions, and trigonometric functions. The student is able to differentiate functions formed by the basic functions, and the student can apply basic techniques for evaluating indefinite and definite integrals involving these functions.

The student is able discuss the graphs of functions of one variable, and

is able to apply basic vector algebra on simple geometrical applications.

The student is able to find and classify critical points for functions of two variables.

The student is able to model simple situations involving exponential functions and simple differential equations, and is able tofind solutions for the model equations.

 

General competence

 

The student can basic mathematical methods and the student can apply them to solve simple practical problems.

Recommended Previous Knowledge

R1 (Intermediate level of mathematics from Norwegian high school)

Compulsory Assignments and Attendance

Forms of Assessment

Written examination: 5 hours

Examination support materials: Non- programmable calculator, according to model listed in faculty regulations

Grading Scale

The grading scale used is A to F. Grade A is the highest passing grade in the grading scale, grade F is a fail.

Subject Overlap

MAT111: 5 ECTS, M001: 10 ECTS, M100: 9 ECTS, ECON140: 7 ECTS