Mathematics 2 (5 cr)

Objectives (course unit)

Student is able to:
- understand the concept of a function and recognizes the characteristic properties of different basic functions
- solve equations and recognize graphs involving basic functions and apply them in practical problems
- apply the concepts of derivative when solving practical problems
- interpret derivative as rate of change
- determine the derivative using graphical, numerical and symbolical methods
- construct error estimates using the differential method
- understand basic terminology of integral calculus
- determine integral graphically, numerically and symbolically
- calculate areas using definite integral

Content (course unit)

- Basic functions, terminology, graphs and equations (Polynomial, exponential, logarithmic)
- Derivative
- Graphical, numerical and symbolic differentiation
- Applications of derivative
- Error estimation with differential
- Integral function
- Definite integral
- Graphical, numerical and symbolic integration
- Calculation of areas and volumes with integral

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Understanding of basic concepts related to course topics. Capability to calculate exercises that are similar to discussed examples. Can interpret derivative as rate of change. Can determine derivatives and integrals using graphical and symbolical methods. Can calculate basic areas and volumes with integrals.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

In addition, understanding of advanced and most concepts related to course topics. Ability to apply them in basic technical problems.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

In addition, ability to apply course topics in advanced problems.

Assessment scale

0-5