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401-0622-24L 2 Credits BSC D-CHAB
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Mathematical Foundations II: Linear Algebra

Grundlagen der Mathematik II (Lineare Algebra)

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Marc Auer
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Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:33:00

Abstract

Systems of linear equations; matrix algebra, determinants; vector spaces, norms and scalar products; linear maps, basis transformations; eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

Objective

TO BE REVISED A sound knowledge of mathematics is an essential prerequisite for a quantitative and computer-based approach to natural sciences. In an intensive two-semester course the most important basic concepts of mathematics, namely univariate and multivariate calculus, linear algebra and statistics are taught.

Content

Systems of linear equations; matrix algebra, determinants; vector spaces, norms and scalar products; linear maps, basis transformations; eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

Resources

Lecture Notes

There is a short script (in German) which summarizes the main concepts and results without examples. For a self-contained presentation, the book by Nipp and Stoffer should be used.

Literature

K. Nipp/D. Stoffer: "Lineare Algebra", vdf, 5th edition,

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 60 minutes
Aids
Beliebige schriftliche Unterlagen, PC mit Matlab
Digital
The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Grundlagen der Mathematik II (Lineare Algebra)
  • Wed 07:45-09:30 (HCI G 3)
  • 09.04 Date 07:45-09:30 (HCI G 3)
16 h semesterly
exercise Grundlagen der Mathematik II (Lineare Algebra)
Groups are selected in myStudies. Mo 16-17, Do 10-11 oder Do 11-12 gemäss Gruppeneinteilung (selbe Räume wie für 401-0622-02 U) Fr 10-11 oder Fr 11-12 für Studiengang Biochemie - Chemische Biologie
  • Mon 15:45-16:30 (HIL B 21)
  • Thu 09:45-10:30 (HIL D 10.2)
  • Thu 09:45-10:30 (HIL F 10.3)
  • Thu 10:45-11:30 (HIL D 10.2)
  • Thu 10:45-11:30 (HIL F 10.3)
  • Thu 10:45-11:30 (HIT J 53)
  • Fri 09:45-10:30 (HCI G 3)
  • Fri 10:45-11:30 (HCI G 3)
8 h semesterly

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