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Discrete mathematics 2 (5cr)

Code: IT00EX63-3003

General information


Enrollment
10.11.2025 - 21.11.2025
Registration for introductions has not started yet.
Timing
01.01.2026 - 30.04.2026
The implementation has not yet started.
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 cr
Local portion
5 cr
Mode of delivery
Contact learning
Unit
Department of Information Technology
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
Degree Programme in Game Technology
Degree Programme in Cyber Security
Degree Programme in Game Programming
Degree Programme in Information Technology
Teachers
Teemu Saarelainen
Teacher in charge
Teemu Saarelainen
Groups
GTKT25KP
Game technologies, full-time studies
Course
IT00EX63

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Objective

You understand the basic concepts of linear algebra and ways to solve systems of linear equations.
You can utilize vector calculus in various spaces.
You understand the fundamentals of matrix calculations.
You are able to perform coordinate transformations.
You know why and how quaternions are used in 3D graphics.

Content

How are vectors and matrices used to calculate and solve various systems of equations?
What are the applications of linear algebra?
What is coordinate system and coordinate transform?
How are scalar and vector projections utilized?
How are rotations calculated and performed using quaternions?

Evaluation

Students are able to:
a. use professional vocabulary systematically.
b. look for information in the key information sources of the field.
c. identify interrelated tasks.
e. use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field.

Course material

Course handout (PDF), other electronic material, and web materials, which will be published on the course's learning platform. The exercises and their model answers will be provided to students during the weekly exercises.

Study forms and methods

The teaching will be conducted as in-person instruction, meaning the student will participate in on-site activities according to the schedule. The student will complete the required exercises for the course as per the timeline, prepare to present their solutions in weekly exercises, and take part in midterm exams during the course. The course can also be completed solely through an exam.

Alternative methods of completion must be agreed upon with the course instructor before the course begins.

RDI and work-related cooperation

This course does not include RDI (Research, Development, and Innovation) or workplace collaboration.

Timing of exams and assignments

Weekly exercises are completed and returned before given deadlines. Late submissions are not accepted. Dates for midterms and/or exams are set in collaboration with students.

Student workload

The scope of the course is 5 credits, which means a total of 135 hours of student work. Of this, approximately 55 hours are guided work and 80 hours independent work.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment is based on attendance and participation in the course, successfully completed exercises and the points earned from them, as well as mid-term exams or solely the final exam.

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