MAT1060 – Mathematics for applications 2

Schedule, syllabus and examination date

Course content

The course provides an introduction to the use of mathematics as a tool for understanding physical processes. The main emphasis is on linear algebra, in particular as a tool for understanding discrete dynamical processes. Emphasis is also placed on the use of digital tools to visualize the theory and to perform quantitative computations within the models.

Learning outcome

After completing the course you

  • will have skills in vector calculus, matrices and elementary spectral theory
  • are able to use linear algebra to establish dynamical models, and to study stability and equilibrium
  • are trained in the use of digital tools to perform computations in linear algebra
  • know about general vector spaces of arbitrary dimension, including function spaces of infinite dimension
  • are familiar with the concepts of inner product, orthogonality and their applications
  • know about linear maps between vector spaces in general, how they may be represented, and their basic properties
  • have knowledge about how one can study symmetries via group theory, you know what a permutation is, and you have basic knowledge in abstract group theory
  • have knowledge about how symmetries can be used to classify molecules and other 3-dimensional bodies
  • know what crystalline structures are, and how they can be studied by means of group theory.

Admission to the course

Students who are admitted to study programmes at UiO must each semester register which courses and exams they wish to sign up for in Studentweb.

Special admission requirements

In addition to fulfilling the Higher Education Entrance Qualification, applicants have to meet the following special admission requirements:

  • Mathematics R1 (or Mathematics S1 and S2)

And in addition one of these:

  • Mathematics R2
  • Physics (1+2)
  • Chemistry (1+2)
  • Biology (1+2)
  • Information technology (1+2)
  • Geosciences (1+2)
  • Technology and theories of research (1+2)
  • Social economy (1+2)

The special admission requirements may also be covered by equivalent studies from Norwegian upper secondary school or by other equivalent studies(in Norwegian).

Overlapping courses

Teaching

4 hours of lectures and 2 hours of problem solving in plenum per week throughout the semester.

Examination

Final written exam which counts 100 % towards the final grade.

This course has 2 mandatory assignments that must be approved before you can sit the final exam.

Examination support material

One sheet of paper (A4) with handwritten or printed text on both sides and an approved calculator.

Information about approved calculators (Norwegian only)

Language of examination

The examination text is given in Norwegian. You may submit your response in Norwegian, Swedish, Danish or English.

Grading scale

Grades are awarded on a scale from A to F, where A is the best grade and F is a fail. Read more about the grading system.

Resit an examination

This course offers both postponed and resit of examination. Read more:

More about examinations at UiO

You will find further guides and resources at the web page on examinations at UiO.

Last updated from FS (Felles studentsystem) Nov. 6, 2026 1:04:29 AM

Facts about this course

Level
Bachelor
Credits
10
Teaching
Spring
Examination
Spring
Teaching language
Norwegian

Contact

Department of Mathematics