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MATH5411: Special Topics in Applied Mathematics (Alt)
2024 unit information
In his book on Applied Mathematics, Alain Goriely states "There is great beauty in mathematics and great beauty in the world around us. Applied Mathematics brings the two together in a way that is not always beautiful, but is always interesting and exciting. "In this unit you will explore classic problems in Applied Mathematics and their solutions or investigate an area of Applied Mathematics that is currently the focus of active research. You will delve deeply into powerful mathematical methods and use this mathematics to investigate and resolve problems in the real world, whether than is in computation, the social sciences or the natural sciences. You will learn how the synergies between mathematics and real world problems that are found throughout Applied Mathematics both drive the creation of new mathematical methods and theory, and give powerful insights into the underlying problems, resulting in new ways of seeing the world and new types of technology. By doing this unit you will grow in your appreciation of the links between mathematical theory and its practical outcomes in other disciplines and learn to use mathematics in deeply profound ways in one or more areas of application.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Mathematics and Statistics Academic Operations
| Code | MATH5411 |
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| Academic unit | Mathematics and Statistics Academic Operations |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Demonstrate a coherent and advanced understanding of key concepts in a specific area of applied mathematics.
- LO2. Apply fundamental principles and methods of applied mathematics to solve given problems in a specific area of mathematical application.
- LO3. For a given real world system, determine the type of mathematical representation and model assumptions required to represent or approximate the system correctly by a mathematical model.
- LO4. Formulate models and determine the appropriate mathematical approach to solve them.
- LO5. Devise solutions to complex problems using the methods of applied mathematics.
- LO6. Communicate coherent mathematical arguments appropriately to student and expert audiences, both orally and through written work.
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