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401-0291-00L 5 Credits BSC D-HEST , D-BIOL , D-CHAB
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Mathematics I

Mathematik I

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Erich Walter Farkas
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:23:55

Abstract

Mathematics I and II is an introduction to one- and multidimensional calculus and linear algebra emphasizing on numerical methods and applications

Objective

Mathematics I, II: The students are introduced to the basic methods and results of one- and multidimensional calculus and linear algebra and experience their usefulness via a series of paradigmatic applications.

Content

Basic calculus (one variable): functions, derivatives, introduction to ordinary differential equations, Taylor polynomials, complex numbers; using functions and ordinary differential equations in modelling dynamic processes, least squares method, introduction to the use of mathematical computer software

Resources

Literature

Recommended: H.H. Storrer "Einführung in die mathematische Behandlung der Naturwissenschaften I", Birkhäuser Skripten

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 120 minutes
Aids
10 A4-Seiten (nicht Blätter!) mit persönlichen, von Hand geschriebenen Notizen. Keine (Taschen)Rechner. 1 Wörterbuch für fremdsprachige Studierende.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Mathematik I
  • Mon 10:15-12:00 (HG F 5)
  • Tue 10:15-11:00 (HG F 7)
3 h weekly
exercise Mathematik I (in G)
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (CAB G 52)
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (CAB H 56)
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (CHN D 42)
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (CHN E 46)
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (HG D 3.1)
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (HG D 5.3)
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (HG D 7.2)
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (LFV E 41)
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (LFW C 5)
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (LFW E 13)
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (ML H 41.1)
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (VAW B 1)
  • 22.09 Date 12:15-14:00 (HG E 22)
  • 22.09 Date 15:15-17:00 (HG F 5)
2 h weekly

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