MA-188 Core Elements of Mathematics 2 (Spring 2026)
- ECTS Credits:
- 10
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Engineering and Science
- Course Leader:
- Kristina Markussen Raen
- Lecture Semester:
- Spring
- Teaching language:
- Norwegian
- Duration:
- ½ year
Table of contents
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Industrial Mathematics, Bachelor's Programme
- Advanced Teacher Education level 8-13, 5-year Master's Programme
Teaching language
Norwegian
Recommended previous knowledge
Calculus 1, Core Elements of Mathematics 1 an Programming
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to
- explain and use the core mathematical elements as described in LK-20, with particular emphasis on Reasoning and argumentation and Modeling and applications.
- give an account of the main steps in a modeling process and apply these in real modeling situations.
- apply software to test models.
- axiomatization, definitions and theorems. The logical structure of mathematics.
- use various forms and techniques of proof to argue for mathematical claims and doctrines.
Contents
Modeling process and modeling with a focus on the use of calculus, probability calculation and statistics. Reasoning and argumentation with examples of proof within number theory, geometry, algebra, calculus and probability. Generic examples, direct and indirect proofs, mathematical induction.
Teaching and learning methods
Joint discussions, group work, mandatory portfolio work and presentations. Requirements for minimum 70% compulsory participation. Estimated workload of the course is 267 hours.
It is included 10 days practice for the teacher education students.
Other students will perform a didactic work of similar scope as practice.
Examination requirements
The teacher education students
- approved compulsory education
- approved required assignments. (see Canvas for more information)
- approved practice
Other students
- approved compulsory education
- approved required assignments. (see Canvas for more information)
- approved didactic work of similar scope as practice
Examinations
Project delivery in modelling, 50 %. Written 5-hour exam in reasoning and argumentation, 50 %. Graded assessment.
Offered as a free-standing course
Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.
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Oct. 15, 2026 8:31:34 AM