Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Understand "elementary" mathematics profoundly
• Understand one- and several-variable differential and integral calculus
• Use vector spaces, linear applications and the techniques associated with them
• Manipulate previously acquired knowledge that appears in a question
• Understand and produce strict mathematical reasoning
• Rely on a picture to illustrate a concept, rationale, etc.
• Solve new problems
• Adapt an argument to a similar situation
• Use knowledge from different fields to address issues

Learning Outcomes of UE

Master techniques of tensor calculus
Work with different coordinate systems
Understand the basic principles of special relativity
Solve simple problems in the framework of special relativity

Content of UE

Tensor calculus
Vector spaces
Tensors and tensor product
Scalar and vector products
Systems of coordinates
Differential operators

Special relativity
Space, time and mass
Lorentz transformations
Lorentz diagrams
Time dilation and length contraction
Minkowski space-time
4-vectors
Equivalence of mass and energy
Particle collisions

Prior Experience

Linear algebra
Matrix calculus and determinant
Vector space
Basic knowledge in mechanics

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

• Oral examination
• Written examination

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

Written: 40%
Oral: 60% (can only be presented if the written exam is presented)

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Oral examination

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

• N/A

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Not applicable