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Linear Algebra and Numerical Analysis
Lineare Algebra und Numerische Mathematik
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:00:30
Abstract
Introduction to Linear Algebra and Numerical Analysis
Objective
To acquire basic knowledge of Linear Algebra and Numerical Analysis and the ability to apply basic algorithms to simple problems.
Content
Linear Algebra: Linear systems of equations, matrix algebra, vector spaces, linear mappings, eigenvalues and eigenvectors with simple applications, method of least squares. Numercal Analysis: Computer arithmetic, nonlinear equations, interpolation, quadrature, numerical integration of ordinary differential equations.
Resources
Literature
K. Nipp, D. Stoffer, Lineare Algebra, VdF Hochschulverlag ETH HR. Schwarz, N. Köckler, Numerische Mathematik, Teubner Verlag, Stuttgart 2004
General Information
- Language
- German
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 120 minutes
- Aids
- Zusammenfassung auf 8 handgeschriebenen A4-Blättern (= 16 Seiten A4), Taschenrechner, nur zur Auswertung von elementaren Operationen und Funktionen; ein Woerterbuch fuer Fremdsprachige.
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Lineare Algebra und Numerische Mathematik |
|
4 h weekly |