Review of the basic concepts of linear algebra, including vector spaces, linear and multilinear maps. Introduction to tensors and multilinear algebra.
Objective
The goal of this course is to introduce the student to tensors, multilinear algebra and its applications.
Content
Review of linear algebra with emphasis on vector spaces and linear and multilinear transformations. Tensors of first and second order Higher order tensors. Multilinear maps and tensor products of vector spaces Applications of tensors.
Performance assessment
Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
In examination block for
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Materials Science 2017; Version 28.01.2020 (Examination Block 4) Bachelor's Programme in Materials Science 2015; Version 22.08.2017 (Examination Block 4)
The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit.
Mode of examination
written 120 minutes
Written aids
20 Seiten (=10 Blätter A4) handgeschriebene oder mit LaTeX verfasste Zusammenfassung. Wörterbuch für Fremdsprachige. Keine Taschenrechner und keine anderen Hilfsmittel sind zugelassen.
If the course unit is part of an examination block, the credits are allocated for the successful completion of the whole block. This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding.
Performance assessment as a semester course