Program Overview

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Course Overview

The course TFOR0116, Mathematics, is a preparatory test/preparatory course that provides prerequisite credits. It is offered in the Norwegian language and takes place in Trondheim. The course starts in the spring of 2026 and lasts for one semester.

Course Content

The course covers various topics in mathematics, including:

• Arithmetic and algebra
• Set theory
• Equations and inequalities
• Functions
• Limits and continuity
• Derivation and integration
• Trigonometry and geometry
• Exponential and logarithmic functions
• Vectors
• Sequences and series
• Programming and algorithms

Learning Outcome

Upon completing the course, the candidate is expected to have the following overall learning outcome:

Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of mathematics as a foundation for today's technological society
• Knowledge of mathematical topics fundamental to technological courses
• Understanding of central methods and the ability to define and explain important concepts in geometry, algebra, and functions
• Basic knowledge of using digital tools for calculations and visualization
• Understanding of the concept of algorithm and basic knowledge of programming in mathematics

Skills

• Solid arithmetic skills in algebra and a general basis in mathematics to continue with an engineering education or an integrated master's degree in technology
• Ability to solve problems in the main areas of geometry, algebra, and functions
• Ability to apply arithmetic skills in mathematics to problems from physics
• Ability to express oneself precisely using mathematical notation
• Ability to use programming for simple numerical calculations

General Competence

• Ability to think abstractly and understand how logical and analytical thinking is used in mathematics
• Ability to reflect on possible areas of application for the various main areas in the course
• Ability to communicate with others about scientific issues using mathematical concepts and quantities

Learning Methods and Activities

The course includes lectures and assignments, both individual and in groups.

Compulsory Assignments

• Exercises

Evaluation

Exam Aids

• Aktiv formelsamling i matematikk, Fagbokforlaget, 2009 or later
• Gyldendals tabeller og formler i fysikk, Fysikk 1 og Fysikk 2
• Specific, simple calculator: Casio FX-82CW, Casio FC100 V2, Casio fx-82ES PLUS, Casio fx-82EX, Citizen SR-270X, Citizen SR-270X College, Hewlett Packard HP30S

Mandatory Work Requirements

12 work requirements are implemented, including one compulsory work requirement in programming. The programming requirement, as well as 8 of the other requirements, must be approved.

Specific Conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required, specifically the Ettĺrig forkurs for 3-ĺrig ingeniřrutdanning og integrert masterstudium i teknologiske fag (FTFORKURS).

Recommended Previous Knowledge

None.

Required Previous Knowledge

The course has access restrictions.

Course Materials

• Sinus forkurs, grunnbok, Cappelen Damm, 2022 or later
• coSinus matematikk forkurs, oppgavesamling, Cappelen Damm, 2022 or later
• Aktiv formelsamling i matematikk, Fagbokforlaget, 2009 or later

Examination Arrangement

The examination is a school exam, with a weighting of 100/100 and letter grades. The exam aids allowed are as specified, and the exam system used is Inspera Assessment. The ordinary examination takes place in the spring of 2026, and the re-sit examination takes place in the summer of 2026.