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IX1350 Mathematics for Programmers 7.5 credits

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Headings with content from the Course syllabus IX1350 (Autumn 2007–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )

Content and learning outcomes

Course contents

  • Cryptography
  • Information theory
  • Probability theory and simulation
  • Geometry in games and graphics

Intended learning outcomes

The aim of the course is to:

  • give the engineer a scientific view
  • give insight in how mathematics is used in certain fields (see course content)

so that the student should be able to:

  • use advanced mathematics in IT
  • write effective code

Literature and preparations

Specific prerequisites

The courses 6B2906 Linear Algebra, 6B2016 Discrete Mathematics and 6B2025 Algorithms and Data Structures.

Recommended prerequisites

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Equipment

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Literature

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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

  • LAB1 - Laboratory Work, 4.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
  • TEN1 - Examination, 3.0 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.

Other requirements for final grade

Written exam (TEN1; 3 ECTS credits).
Problem and laboratory assignments (LAB1; 4,5 ECTS credits)

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

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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

ICT/Communications Systems

Main field of study

Mathematics, Technology

Education cycle

First cycle

Add-on studies

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