Matrices and graphsLaajuus (5 cr)
Course unit code: IT00CO86
General information
- Credits
- 5 cr
- Teaching language
- English
Objective
You know the basic concepts of linear algebra and are able to perform calculations by means of vectors and matrices. You know the basic con-cepts of graph theory and are able to solve problems by means of graphs. You are able to define and illustrate finite state machines and automata.
Content
How are calculations performed by means of vectors and matrices and how are systems of linear equations solved?
What do coordinate system and coordinate transformation mean?
Which kind of applications does linear algebra have?
How are graphs defined, classified and used in problem-solving?
How are finite state machines and automata defined and which kind of applications do they have?
Evaluation
Students can
a. use professional vocabulary and concepts in an expert way in different situations.
c. identify interrelated tasks.
e. choose appropriate models, methods, software and techniques according to the purpose and justify these choices.
Qualifications
Discrete mathematics or equivalent knowledge