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301628 VO Mathematics in Molecular Biology (2021W)

3.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 30 - Biologie
REMOTE
Moodle

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Details

Language: German

Examination dates

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

always Monday 14:15 - 15:45
will be held digitally via Moodle (details to follow)

  • Monday 04.10. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital
  • Monday 11.10. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital
  • Monday 18.10. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital
  • Monday 25.10. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital
  • Monday 08.11. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital
  • Monday 15.11. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital
  • Monday 22.11. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital
  • Monday 29.11. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital
  • Monday 06.12. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital
  • Monday 13.12. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital
  • Monday 10.01. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital
  • Monday 17.01. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital
  • Monday 24.01. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital
  • Monday 31.01. 14:15 - 15:45 Digital

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Algebra of complex numbers (addition, multiplication, powers, roots; polar and cartesisian representation, Euler's formula).

Functions, continuity, limits, differentiation, curve sketching.

Basic techniques of integration (partial integration, substitution), definite and indefinite integrals, fundamental theorem of calculus, improper integrals.

Selected topics from calculus: Taylor and MacLaurin series, manipulation of power series.

Partial differentiation, determination of critical points for functions of two variables.

First order differential equations (separable and linear, inhomogeneous differential equations of first order).

Linear differential equations of second order with constant coefficients.

Some topics about vectors and matrices.

Assessment and permitted materials

Written exam

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

At the end of the course all students should have a command of mathematics commensurable with average Austrian high school standards. In addition, the course explores selected elements of calculus and linear algebra relevant to chemistry and biology.

Examination topics

"Traditional" lecture

Reading list

see Moodle and links there

Association in the course directory

BMB 7, BMG 7

Last modified: Fr 12.05.2023 00:24