C1471 Applied mathematics for biochemists

Faculty of Science
Spring 2026
Extent and Intensity
1/0/0. 1 credit(s) (fasci plus compl plus > 4). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
In-person direct teaching
Teacher(s)
RNDr. Tomáš Raček, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Mgr. Veronika Horská, Ph.D. (lecturer)
RNDr. Petra Antošová, Ph.D. (assistant)
Guaranteed by
RNDr. Tomáš Raček, Ph.D.
National Centre for Biomolecular Research – Faculty of Science
Supplier department: National Centre for Biomolecular Research – Faculty of Science
Timetable
Mon 16. 2. to Fri 22. 5. Thu 12:00–13:50 B11/132
Prerequisites (in Czech)
NOW( C1472 Applied mathematics for biochemists - seminar )
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Abstract
The aim of this course is to introduce the fundamental concepts of linear algebra and multivariable calculus.
Learning outcomes
At the end of the course a student will the basic concepts and problems of linear algebra and multivariable calculus.
Key topics
Multivariable calculus
  • 1. Multivariable functions, partial derivatives.
  • 2. Extremes of the functions of two variables, least squares.
  • 3. Multivariable integrals, coordinate transformations.
Linear algebra
  • 4. Vectors and matrices, linear (in)dependence. Gaussian elimination.
  • 5. Matrix multiplication, transformations, inverses.
  • 6. Least squares methods, determinants.
Study resources and literature
  • DOŠLÁ, Zuzana. Matematika pro chemiky, 1.díl (Mathematics for chemistry students). Masarykova univerzita. Brno: Masarykova univerzita, 2010, 120 pp. ISBN 978-80-210-5263-5. info
  • DOŠLÁ, Zuzana. Matematika pro chemiky, 2. díl (Mathematics for chemistry students). 1st ed. Brno: Masarykova univerzita, 2011, 131 pp. ISBN 978-80-210-5432-5. URL info
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
Lectures with demonstrations of selected problems and methods on the computer.
Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements
Written exam. At least 50 % of points are required for a pass.
Language of instruction
Czech
Further Comments
The course is taught annually.
Listed among pre-requisites of other courses
The course is also listed under the following terms Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Spring 2022, Spring 2023, Spring 2024, Spring 2025.
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