Programme Outlines and Overviews

Basic Calculus 7.5 credits

Course content

The course will include the basic theory of elementary functions, derivatives and integrals. It will also focus on mathematical reasoning, logic and problem solving in general with the aim to support the use of mathematics in an engineering context. The course includes the following elements: - Elementary function theory - Limits and continuity - Derivatives, differentiation rules, applications using the derivative to solve optimization problems - Integrals, integration techniques, applications using integrals to solve geometrical problems - Differential equations

Entry requirements

General entry requirements and Physics 1, Chemistry 1, Matematics 3c or Physics A, Chemistry A, Matematics D and English 6 or English B in the Swedish upper secondary school system or international equivalent (or the equivalent).

Level: First cycle

Course/Ladok-code: TGAG19

School: School of Engineering