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IMAG1002

Mathematics for engineering 1

Credits 7.5
Level Foundation courses, level I
Course start Autumn 2025
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction Norwegian
Location Gjøvik
Examination arrangement School exam

About

About the course

Course content

The course provides an introduction to basic theory and methods in mathematics that are relevant for all engineering disciplines.

The mathematical topics in the course are:

Linear algebra

  • Solving systems of equations
  • Simple matrix calculus and linear transformations
  • Vector space, subspace, basis, linear dependence
  • Eigenvalues and eigenvectors

Calculus

  • Differentiation and integration
  • 1st order ordinary differential equations
  • 2nd order ordinary differential equations and systems of 1st order ordinary differential equations

Complex numbers

  • Cartesian and polar form
  • Applications to eigenvalues and 2nd order differential equations

Learning outcome

Knowledge

The candidate has good knowledge of

  • basic concepts from linear algebra such as linear system, matrix, basis, vector space, eigenvector and eigenvalue.
  • linear transformations and their representations in matrix form.
  • basic concepts from calculus and differential equations such as the derivative of a function, integral, solution of a differential equation, linear differential equations, first and second order differential equations.
  • the correspondence between second-order differential equations and systems of first-order differential equations.
  • basic arithmetic’s with complex numbers, and how they can be used in applied mathematics.
  • some engineering applications of mathematics.

Skills

The candidate

  • can solve simple problems in linear algebra analytically, a.o. solve systems of linear equations and find eigenvalues ​​and eigenvectors of smaller matrices.
  • can interpret solutions of linear systems of equations geometrically for 2x2 and 3x3 matrices.
  • can represent linear transformations both geometrically and algebraically.
  • can solve systems of linear equations and find eigenvalues ​​and eigenvectors, including complex eigenvalues, using digital tools.
  • can differentiate and integrate functions.
  • can solve simple equations containing complex numbers.
  • can solve 1st order separable differential equations and 2nd order linear differential equations with constant coefficients.

General competence

The candidate

  • knows and can use mathematical symbols and formulas for communication in engineering.
  • knows and can apply mathematical methods to problems from own and adjacent subject areas.
  • is familiar with applications of mathematical concepts and techniques in models that the candidate encounters within and outside the studies.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, individual exercises and project work.

Compulsory assignments

The compulsory assignments consist of two parts:

  • Compulsory exercises that test the students ability to find solution of problems and interpretate of the results. The assignments include tasks to be solved with the help of digital tools.
  • Compulsory project work with focus on problems from the engineering profession.

Compulsory assignments

  • Exercises
  • Project work

Further on evaluation

A continuation exam is held in August for the written school exam (under supervision). Retake of examination may be given as an oral examination.

Required previous knowledge

Y-VEI and TRES students must have passed the preparatory course REA0012/REA0012F in order to register for the exam in the subject.

Course materials

Recommended course material will be announced at the start of the semester.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From
IMAT1002 7.5 sp Autumn 2023
IMAA1002 7.5 sp Autumn 2023
IMAG1001 5 sp Autumn 2023
IMAA1001 5 sp Autumn 2023
IMAT1001 5 sp Autumn 2023
IMAG2011 2.5 sp Autumn 2023
IMAA2011 2.5 sp Autumn 2023
IMAT2011 2.5 sp Autumn 2023
IMAG2021 2.5 sp Autumn 2023
IMAA2021 2.5 sp Autumn 2023
IMAT2021 2.5 sp Autumn 2023
IMAG2031 2.5 sp Autumn 2023
IMAA2031 2.5 sp Autumn 2023
IMAT2031 2.5 sp Autumn 2023
VB6040 7.5 sp Autumn 2024
IMAG2150 1.5 sp Autumn 2024
IMAT2150 1.5 sp Autumn 2024
IMAA2150 1.5 sp Autumn 2024
TMA4400 4 sp Autumn 2025
TMA4401 4 sp Autumn 2025
TMA4410 3.5 sp Autumn 2025
TMA4411 3.5 sp Autumn 2025
TMA4413 3.5 sp Autumn 2025
TMA4422 3.5 sp Autumn 2025
This course has academic overlap with the courses in the table above. If you take overlapping courses, you will receive a credit reduction in the course where you have the lowest grade. If the grades are the same, the reduction will be applied to the course completed most recently.

Subject areas

  • Mathematics

Contact information

Course coordinator

Lecturers

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Mathematical Sciences

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades

Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025

School exam
Weighting 100/100 Examination aids Code C Date 2025-12-17 Time 09:00 Duration 4 hours Exam system Inspera Assessment
Place and room for school exam

The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.

Ametyst
Room A-atriet-2/3 (A-160)
36 candidates
Mustad, Inngang A
Room M433-Eksamensrom 4.etg
80 candidates
Mustad, Inngang D
Room M438 Eksamensrom 4.etg, Inngang D
90 candidates

Re-sit examination - Summer 2026

School exam
Weighting 100/100 Examination aids Code C Duration 4 hours Exam system Inspera Assessment Place and room Not specified yet.