Course contents *

Vectors, matrices, linear equations, Gaussian elimination, vector  geometry with dot product and vector product, determinants, vector spaces, linear independence, bases, change of basis, linear transformations, the least-squares method, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, quadratic forms, orthogonality, inner-product space, Gram-Schmidt's method.

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 linear algebra described by the course content,
• read and comprehend mathematical text.

Course Disposition

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Specific prerequisites *

Basic requirements. 

Recommended prerequisites

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Equipment

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Literature

Announced no later than 4 weeks before the start of the course on the course web page.

Grading scale *

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

Examination *

• TEN1 - Examination, 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. 

Other requirements for final grade *

Written exam, possibly with the possibility of continuous examination.

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

Mattias Dahl

Danijela Damjanovic

Course web

Further information about the course can be found on the Course web at the link below. Information on the Course web will later be moved to this site.

Offered by

SCI/Mathematics

Main field of study *

Mathematics, Technology

Education cycle *

First cycle

Add-on studies

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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.

Supplementary information

Mandatory for first year, can not be read by other students