Vectors and Matrices

Structure Type: Course
Code: KC05AR00102
Type: Compulsory
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 3.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Paananen, Juhani
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester

Curriculum  Semester  Credits  Start of Semester  End of Semester
RAK-2013LVI   1 spring   3.0   2014-01-02   2014-07-31  
RAK-2013RASU   1 spring   3.0   2014-01-02   2014-07-31  
RAK-2013TUTE   1 spring   3.0   2014-01-02   2014-07-31  

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the student will be competent in
- doing 3D-vectors calculations.
- using vectors to solve problems pertaining to space geometry.
- calculating basic matrix functions.
- using calcultion tools
- using their acquired knowledge in their Professional Studies and the working world.

Student's Workload

Total work load of the course: 80 h
- of which scheduled studies: 55 h
- of which autonomous studies: 25 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Algebra and Trigonometry.

Contents

- Summing vectors
- Unit vectors
- Scalar product and cross product of vectors
- Scalar component and vector component
- Scalar triple product
- Vectors in statics
- Determinants
- Matrix algebra

Recommended or Required Reading

To be announced at the beginning of the course.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

- Lectures and exercises: 48 h
- Independent study

Assessment Criteria

1 students understands the basics of vectors and matrices
3 student understands and is able to apply the methods of vectors and matrices well
5 student understands and is able to apply the methods of vectors and matrices excellently

Assessment Methods

Final exam

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