Course code

MLF6901.LT

old course code

MLF6901

Course title in Estonian

Matemaatilised meetodid loodusteadustes

Course title in English

Mathematical Methods in the Natural Sciences

ECTS credits

5.0

Assessment form

Examination

lecturer of 2025/2026 Spring semester

Astrid Rekker (language of instruction:Estonian)

lecturer of 2026/2027 Autumn semester

Not opened for teaching. Click the study programme link below to see the nominal division schedule.

Course aims

To provide an overview of applications of basic mathematical methods in the natural sciences. Acquaintance with basic mathematical skills for understanding, study and construction of mathematical models.

Brief description of the course

Basic knowledge of vector and matrix algebra and basic analysis techniques is provided, with an emphasis on scientific applications.
Vectors and operations with vectors. Systems of equations. Leslie matrix. Matrix eigenvectors and eigenvalues, their application in population stability analysis. Functional dependencies, graphs. Limit value, derivative, integral of a function. Applications in physics, biology and ecology.

Learning outcomes in the course

Upon completing the course the student:
- can apply vector and matrix calculus to the analysis of physical and biological models;
- can solve simpler problems related to limit values, derivatives and integrals;
- can evaluate and interpret the behavior of simpler models using differential and integral equations.

Teacher

PhD Astrid Rekker

The course is a prerequisite

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