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HN1009 Introduction to Mathematics 1.5 credits

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Course syllabus as PDF

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Course syllabus HN1009 (Autumn 2009–)
Headings with content from the Course syllabus HN1009 (Autumn 2009–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )

Content and learning outcomes

Course contents

  • Algebraic expressions
  • Linear equations
  • Completing the square
  • Quadratic equations
  • Derivatives and applications
  • Integrals and applications
  • Powers
  • Indices
  • Exponential equations
  • Logarithms and logarithmic equations
  • Trigonometric functions
  • Trigonometric equations

Intended learning outcomes

After passing the course, students should be able to:

  • simplify algebraic expressions
  • determine function domains and carry out calculations involving powers, roots, logarithms, rational and trigonometric functions
  • solve quadratic equations
  • determine derivatives and integrals of commonly used functions, including simple applications
  • solve logarithmic and trigonometric equations

Literature and preparations

Specific prerequisites

Knowledge corresponding to admission requirements for Bachelor of Science in Engineering.

Recommended prerequisites

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Equipment

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Literature

Material delas ut vid första kurstillfället.

Examination and completion

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

Grading scale

P, F

Examination

  • RED1 - Report, 1.5 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.

Other requirements for final grade

Passed Report, grade scale P/F

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

Profile picture Albin Eriksson Östman

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

ITM/Production Engineering Södertälje

Main field of study

Mathematics, Technology

Education cycle

First cycle

Add-on studies

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