Program Overview

Program Details

The program in question is the Matematisk Fysik course, which is a 7.5-credit continuation course at the undergraduate level, coded as M0014M.

Course Description

This course focuses on partial differential equations, primarily studying the heat conduction equation and the wave equation. The equations are derived and then solved using variable separation or transform methods. Additionally, the course covers basic variational calculus.

Program Structure

• The course is offered during Period 3-3, from week 3, 2027, with a study format of 50% daytime studies in Luleĺ.
• The language of instruction is Swedish.
• The course code is LTU-38233.

Admission Requirements

• Basic eligibility requirements include M0047M Differential Calculus, M0048M Linear Algebra and Integral Calculus, M0049M Linear Algebra and Differential Equations, M0055M Multivariable Analysis, or equivalent. Linear Analysis M0018M or equivalent is also required.
• Selection is based on 1-165 higher education credits.

Program Information

• The course can be applied for as an elective by program students at LTU.
• It is a mandatory course in the Civilingenjör teknisk fysik och elektroteknik program, term 4.

Research Areas

The university has world-leading competence in several research areas, with a total turnover of 2.3 billion SEK per year, 1,800 employees, and 21,600 students. However, specific research areas related to this program are not detailed in the provided context.