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401-0622-24L 2 Credits BSC D-CHAB

Mathematical Foundations II: Linear Algebra

Grundlagen der Mathematik II (Lineare Algebra)

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Marc Auer
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Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:14:04

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
Zusammenfassung 16 A4-Seiten (8 A4-Blätter, doppelseitig, gebunden), Taschenrechner (nicht programmierbar, nicht graphikfähig)

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Grundlagen der Mathematik II (Lineare Algebra)
  • Wed 07:45-09:30 (HCI G 3)
18 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)
9 h semesterly

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