68107 Calculus 2
6cp; 2 hpw tutorial, distance, supplemented by up to 4 hpw self-guided learning from CanvasRequisite(s): 68106 Calculus 1
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.
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Anti-requisite(s): 33230 Mathematics 2 AND 33290 Statistics and Mathematics for Science
Description
This subject introduces calculus for functions of several variables and covers the underpinning concepts of calculus and real analysis, as well as the solution of coupled ordinary differential equations. Topics to be covered include the formal definitions of limits, continuity and derivatives, Riemann integration, partial derivatives, the gradient, optimisation and Lagrange multipliers, integration in higher dimensions, systems of linear differential equations, solution of such systems using diagonalisation. Examples and applications are introduced throughout the subject.
Typical availability
Autumn
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