KIUA1012 Programming and mathematics
- Course codeKIUA1012
- Number of credits25
- Teaching semester2026 Autumn
- Language of instruction and examinationNorwegian/English
- CampusHamar
- Required prerequisite knowledge
None
In this course, students will be introduced to basic topics in mathematics, probability calculation, statistics and programming. Students will also develop general skills in project planning and knowledge sharing.
Learning outcome
Upon successfully passing the course, students will have achieved the following learning outcomes:
Students have:
- Knowledge about basic topics in mathematics
- Knowledge about basic topics in probability and statistics
- Knowledge about basic topics in logic and introduction to programming
Students can:
- Apply basic topics of mathematical concepts and principles
- Apply basic topics of probability and statistical concepts in principles
- Use basic topics in logic and introductory programming methods and tools
Students:
- Have a good understanding of the relevance of the basic topics mathematics, probability and statistics
- Have a good understanding of the relevance and importance of the basic topics logic and introductory programming
- Can understand the importance of classical analogue learning methods before full-scale digital learning methods
- Can work in collaborative projects through different activities
The course comprises a combination of lectures, practical exercises, independent study and academic supervision.
- 2 individual pieces of required coursework for written examination 1, requires physical attendance on campus
- 2 individual pieces of required coursework for written examination 2, requires physical attendance on campus
- Attendance in classes/teaching sessions is mandatory, where physical attendance on campus is required. There is an 80% attendance requirement in teaching sessions and a 100% attendance requirement in specific learning activities. This is in accordance with the teaching plan for each course in the programme of study.
| Form of assessment | Grading scale | Grouping | Duration of assessment | Support materials | Proportion | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Written examination with supervision | ECTS - A-F | Individual | 4 Hour(s) | 40% | Written exam 1 | |
Written examination with supervision | ECTS - A-F | Individual | 4 Hour(s) | 60% | Written exam 2 |
- 2 invigilated written examinations, where written examination 1 counts for 40% and written examination 2 counts for 60% of the final grade
Students may choose which language to use for their examination. The available options are Norwegian Bokmål, Norwegian Nynorsk and English.
Permitted examination support material:
- Literature
- All printed and written resources
- Any use of AI-generated text and content must be clarified with the lecturer, clearly labelled and academically justified in the submission
Reading list
No reading list available for this course