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TR100419

Mathematics 2N

Credits 7.5
Level Foundation courses, level I
Course start Autumn 2025
Duration 2 semesters
Language of instruction Norwegian
Location Ålesund
Examination arrangement School exam

About

About the course

Course content

Elementary algebra Equations and inequalities, equation system Trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, triangel calculations, trigonometric equations Spherical trigonometri Vector arithmetic, scalar product, vector product. Using vectors to solve applied problems Exponential- and logarithmic functions Limits, techniques of differentiation, applied maximum and minimum problems Integral, applications of the definite integral

Learning outcome

Learning outcomes - Knowledge: Have good knowledge about the topics specified under the heading "Academic content" Learning outcomes - Skills: Be able to do calculations with trigonometric functions in the plane and on the surface of a sphere Be able to use vector arithmetic, calculate torque by using the vector product Be able to define a function for an applied problem, and use differentiation to determine the maximum- or minimum values for the function Be able to use integration to find the area of a plane region and the volume of a solid Learning outcomes - Expertise: Be able to use mathematical methods within other subjects in nautical education Have a mathematical foundation for further studies, lifelong learning in nautical courses and contribute to good practice in the sustainable application of their profession

Learning methods and activities

Pedagogical methods: Lectures and problem solvings Compulsory requirements: Compulsory exercises must be approved to get admission to the exam

Compulsory assignments

  • Compulsory ecercises

Further on evaluation

4 hours individual written examination.

Re-sit exam: August. In the event of a re-sit exam, the written exam can be changed to an oral exam.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Nautical Studies (353MN)
Nautical Studies (353YV)

Course materials

Will be announced at the start of the course

Subject areas

  • Mathematics

Contact information

Course coordinator

Lecturers

Department with academic responsibility

Department of ICT and Natural Sciences

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades

Ordinary examination - Spring 2026

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

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.