Mathematics is both a powerful tool with many diverse applications and a subject that is beautiful in itself. This unit provides solid foundations for higher level university mathematics and its applications by building on what you have already learnt. It contains material on calculus, linear algebra and complex numbers, all of which have profound applications in science, engineering, statistics, and economics. This unit investigates differential and integral calculus of one variable and the diverse applications of this theory. Linear algebra begins with vectors and vector algebra. From there we consider matrices, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors which are powerful tools used to solve systems of linear equations and in many other applications. As an advanced unit MATH1961 introduces you to formal mathematical language, proof and rigour. At the end of this unit you will be equipped with mathematical knowledge and rigorous thinking skills that you will use in a broad range of applications and/or as a foundation for further mathematical studies at University.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Mathematics and Statistics Academic Operations |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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MATH1901 or MATH1902 or MATH1921 or MATH1906 or MATH1931 or MATH1001 or MATH1021 or MATH1061 or MATH1971 or MATH1002 or MATH1014 |
Assumed knowledge
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(HSC Mathematics Extension 2) or (Band E4 in HSC Mathematics Extensions 1) or equivalent |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | Yes |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Anne Thomas, anne.thomas@sydney.edu.au |
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Lecturer(s) | Anne Thomas, anne.thomas@sydney.edu.au |
Milena Radnovic, milena.radnovic@sydney.edu.au |