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SF1674 Multivariable Calculus 7.5 credits

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Application

For course offering

Spring 2025 Start 14 Jan 2025 programme students

Application code

61128

Headings with content from the Course syllabus SF1674 (Autumn 2019–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )

Content and learning outcomes

Course contents

Functions of several variables. Fundamental topological concepts in Rⁿ. Differentiability and linear approximation of mappings.

Partial derivatives, differentials, gradient.

The chain rule in general form. The implicit function theorem.

Extreme value problems with and without constraints. Multiple integrals, coordinate changes, geometric applications. Elementary Vector Analysis: Line integrals and surface integrals, Gauss, Green’s and Stokes’ formulas.

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 of multivariable calculus described by the course content,
  • read and comprehend mathematical text.

Literature and preparations

Specific prerequisites

Active participation in SF1673 Analysis in one variable.

Recommended prerequisites

SF1672 Linear Algebra or similar. 

Equipment

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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

A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Examination

  • TEN1 - Final Exam, 7.5 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

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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination

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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.

Further information

Course room in Canvas

Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.

Offered by

Main field of study

Technology

Education cycle

First cycle

Add-on studies

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