phy540 Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering I

phy540 Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering I

Institute of Physics 9 KP
Module responsibility
  • Thomas Brand
Authorised to examine
  • Thomas Brand
  • Simon Doclo
  • Volker Hohmann
  • Stefan Uppenkamp
  • Steven van de Par
Module components Semester courses Wintersemester 2026/2027 Examination
Lecture
  • Unlimited access 5.04.618 - Mathematical Methods for Physics and Engineering I, lecture Lehrende anzeigen
    • Thomas Brand
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    • Monday, 14:00 - 16:00, Weekly (from 12.10.26)
    • Friday, 12:00 - 14:00, Weekly (from 16.10.26)

    Students obtain basic knowledge in application of mathematical methods to solve problems in physics and engineering - Vector algebra (vectors in 2- and 3-space, vector products, planes, lines, cylindrical and spherical coordinates) - Preliminary calculus (elementary functions, limits, series, differentiation, integration) - Preliminary complex analysis - Introduction to ordinary differential equations - Partial differentiation - Vector calculus (scalar and vector fields, vector operators, line, surface and volume integrals, divergence and Stokes’ theorem)
Exercises
Hinweise zum Modul
Prerequisites

Knowledge of Mathematics according to the "Preparatory Course of Mathematics" offered by the university
Further information

Module Capacity:
unrestricted
Method of assesment

Max. 180 min written exam or 30 min oral exam. 

https://uol.de/en/physics/studies/bonus-points , here you will find information about the consideration of bonus points for module marks.
Learning outcomes/competencies
  • To gain basic understanding of the principles of mathematical reasoning; to obtain knowledge in the application of calculus to solve problems in physics and engineering

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