Mathematics 2105-EPE-L-D1MATH
The following concepts are covered during the course:
1. Basic concepts of set theory
2. Classification of numbers
3. Function and its characteristics - drawing approximate graphs of different types of functions, equality and inequality, recognition of concave/convex and increasing/decreasing functions
4. Linear algebra - solving the system of linear equations
5. Basic concepts of matrix algebra - addition, substraction, multiplication of matrices, concept of identity matrix and inverse matrix
6. Limits and derivatives - basic differentiation, graphical and analytical interpretation of derivatives
7. Integrals - integration by substition, integration by parts
Type of course
supplementary
Course coordinators
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Learning outcomes
1. Student understands basic concepts of set theory. (K_W03)
2. Student can distinguish between different types of functions based on their graph. (K_U02)
3. Student can describe the properties of a function based on its graph (K_U02)
4. Student can fluently solve a system of linear equations. (K_U03)
5. Student can solve a system of linear equations denoted in a matrix notation. (K_U03)
6. Student can add, substract and multiply matrices as well as derive an inverse matrix. (K_U03)
7. Student understands the concept of a derivative and understands the graphical and analytical interpretation of a derivative. (K_U04)
8. Students can conduct a basic differentiation. (K_U04)
9. Students understand the concept of an integral and are able to integrate by substitution and by parts. (K_U04)
10. The student is ready to set priorities for the implementation of the task specified by himself and others. (K_K01)
Assessment criteria
Written exam a week after the last class.
Bibliography
1. Materials provided during lectures
2. Simon, C. P., & Blume, L. (1994). Mathematics for economists (Vol. 7). New York: Norton.
3. Sydsæter, K., & Hammond, P. J. (2012). Essential mathematics for economic analysis. Pearson Education [Fourth edition]
Additional information
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