Civil and Structural Engineering, Bachelor's Programme
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Language of instruction
Norwegian
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course the student should
be familiar with applications of mathematics in engineering
know and be able to use terms, results and methods related to functions of one variable, such as limits, continuity, differentiation, integration and differential equations
know the Taylor series of core functions, and know that these can be differentiated and integrated
know complex numbers in rectangular and polar form and know Euler’s formula
be able to solve problems using analytical methods
know and be able to use numerical methods to solve equations, integrals and differential equations
be able to use software tools for simple numerical calculations and be familar with some limitations in applications of mathematical software
Course contents
Introduction to basic differential and integral calculus.
Functions, continuity and differentiability.
Derivatives and applications of derivatives.
Integration, integration methods and applications of integration.
Taylor polynomials with remainder and Taylor series.
Complex numbers.
Teaching methods
Lectures, tutorial groups for exercises, mandatory assignments and group project. Information on exercises will be provided in Canvas.
Assessment methods and criteria
Portfolio consisting of tests and a written assigment. Graded assessment. More information about the portfolio will be given in Canvas. There will not be arranged a postponed exam for the portfolio.