SF1697 Algebra and Geometry 7.5 credits

Lines, planes, vectors, matrices, linear equations, Gaussian elimination, vectorgeometry with dot product and vector product, determinants, vector spaces, linear independence, bases, change of basis,Gram-Schmidt's method, linear transformations, the least-squares method, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, diagonalization. Applications and numerical treatment of problems.

fter completing 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, including its applications,described by the course content. 

• Use programming to solve problems within the parts of linear algebra, including its applications, described by the course content. 

• Read and comprehend mathematical text. 

with the purpose to: 

 
• Developing a good understanding of fundamental linear algebra and being able to use it to mathematically model applied problems. 

 
• Develop skill in visualizing central concepts and solve applied problems with programming, as well as presenting the results in a clear manner.

Basic requirements and SF1695Baskursimatematik

• DAT1 - Computer laboration, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
• TEN1 - Exam, 6.0 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.

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

Written examination, possibly with the option of continuous assessment.

• 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.