Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

  • Industrial Mathematics, Bachelor's Programme

Teaching language

Norwegian or English

Recommended previous knowledge

MA-183, MA-184, MA-185 and MA-227

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will

  • Have knowledge of and will be able to explain the theory of Fourier series
  • Have knowledge of and will be able to explain the theory of the Fourier transformation.
  • Have knowledge of and will be able to explain the theory of Schwartz functions and distributions
  • Be able to use the theories to analyze some (linear) initial-boundary value problems from physics, such as the heat, wave and Schrødinger equations.

Contents

Introduction to the basic theory of both discrete and continuous Fourier analysis and of Schwartz’ theory of test functions and distribution theory. Important examples of applications of Fourier series and Fourier transformations in analysis and solutions of partial differential equations with time and space requirements. Use of distribution theory to treat problems where parameters and solutions are not smooth.

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures, group work, and mandatory hand-ins. The module is estimated to require about 270 hours of effort.

Examination requirements

Mandatory hand-ins must be approved. See Canvas for details.

Examinations

Individual oral, graded exam.

Student evaluation

The person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.

Offered as a free-standing course

Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.

Admission for external candidates

No
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