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401-0272-00L 3 Credits BSC D-CHAB , D-BIOL
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Mathematical Foundations I: Calculus B

Grundlagen der Mathematik I (Analysis B)

Lecturers & Examiners: Peter Thurnheer
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:28:59

Abstract

Ordinary differential equations as mathematical models to describe processes. Numerical, analytical and geometrical aspects of differential equations. More on multidimensional calculus: vector analysis.

Objective

Introduction to calculus in one and several dimensions. Building simple models and analysing them mathematically.

Content

Ordinary differential equations as mathematical models to describe processes. Numerical, analytical and geometrical aspects of differential equations. More on multidimensional calculus: vector analysis.

Resources

Literature

- D. W. Jordan, P. Smith: Mathematische Methoden für die Praxis, Spektrum Akademischer Verlag - H. H. Storrer: Einführung in die mathematische Behandlung der Naturwissenschaften I, Birkhäuser Skripten - L. Papula: Mathematik für Ingenieure und Naturwissenschaftler Bde 1,2,3. (Vieweg)

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 120 minutes
Aids
20 A4-Seiten handgeschriebene Notizen, eine Formelsammlung, ein Woerterbuch; KEIN Taschenrechner, KEIN Handy.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Grundlagen der Mathematik I (Analysis B)
  • Wed 08:15-10:00 (HG E 7)
2 h weekly
exercise Grundlagen der Mathematik I (Analysis B)
  • Wed 16:15-17:00 (HG F 26.5)
  • Fri 10:15-11:00 (CAB G 56)
  • Fri 10:15-11:00 (HG E 33.5)
  • Fri 10:15-11:00 (HG F 7)
  • Fri 10:15-11:00 (HG G 26.5)
  • Fri 10:15-11:00 (LFW B 1)
  • Fri 10:15-11:00 (ML J 34.1)
  • Fri 10:15-12:00 (HG G 26.1)
1 h weekly

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