Matrix algebra
| Structure Type: | Course |
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| Code: | KC23CK70011 |
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| Type: | Elective |
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| Level: | Bachelor |
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| Credits: | 3.0 points |
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| Responsible Teacher: | Mikkonen, Pasi |
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| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
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Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester
| Curriculum | Semester | Credits | Start of Semester | End of Semester |
| KOTU-2013KOTU |
3 autumn |
3.0 |
2015-08-01 |
2015-12-31 |
| KOTU-2014KOTU |
3 autumn |
3.0 |
2016-08-01 |
2016-12-31 |
| KOTU-2015AUTO |
3 autumn |
3.0 |
2017-08-01 |
2017-12-31 |
| KOTU-2015KOTU |
3 autumn |
3.0 |
2017-08-01 |
2017-12-31 |
| KOTU-2016AUTO |
3 autumn |
3.0 |
2018-08-01 |
2018-12-31 |
| KOTU-2016KOTU |
3 autumn |
3.0 |
2018-08-01 |
2018-12-31 |
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students will possess basic knowledge of matrices and matrix algebra needed in the courses Finite-element Methods, Mechanics of Vibrations and Simulation of Machines.
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course: 80 h
- of which scheduled studies: 48 h
- of which autonomous studies: 32 h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No previous studies are required.
Contents
- Definitions, transposing, determinants, inverse of a matrix
- Solving a linear system of equations
- Gauss elimination method
- Eigenvalues and eigenvectors
- Diagonalisation
- Use of mathematics software
Recommended or Required Reading
Lecture material
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, exercises and independent study
Assessment Criteria
excellent (5): student understands and can use the methods of matrix algera excellently
good (3-4): student understands and can use the methods of matrix algera well
satisfactory (1-2): student knows the basics of matrix algebra
Assessment Methods
Written examination, exercises
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