Mechanical Engineering for the Green Transition

Basics in linear algebra and geometry. Linear systems and their geometrical interpretation for 2 or 3 unknowns. Familiarity with rigorous reasoning, with numerical and symbolic calculus, with the analysis of problems using an optimal strategy. Familiarity with vectors and matrices, and with geometrical entities in 2 or 3 dimensions in connection with equations of degree 1 or 2. Understanding of linear applications and, in particular, of diagonalization. Expected learning outcomes: I expect constant learning as the course goes on; learning will be increased by tutorials and tests. Little difficulties can be solved also by an email contact. Although the beginning may be difficult, mostly due to faults in the mathematical background, after the first impact - in several cases after the first or second written examination - one expects a neat improvement.