Undergraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2016-2017 (archived)
Module MATH2637: MATHEMATICAL MODELLING II
Department: Mathematical Sciences
MATH2637: MATHEMATICAL MODELLING II
| Type | Open | Level | 2 | Credits | 10 | Availability | Available in 2016/17 | Module Cap | Location | Durham |
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Prerequisites
- (Calculus and Probability 1 (MATH1061) and Linear Algebra 1 (MATH1071) and Programming and Dynamics 1 (MATH1041)) OR (Calculus and Probability 1 (MATH1061) and Linear Algebra 1 (MATH1071) and Discovery Skills in Physics (PHYS1011)) OR (Calculus and Probability 1 (MATH1061) and Linear Algebra 1 (MATH1071) and Computational Thinking (COMP1051))
Corequisites
- None
Excluded Combination of Modules
- None
Aims
- To develop skills in modelling the real world and the use of computers in solving them numerically
Content
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge:
- By the end of the module students will: be able to model a range of problems drawn from the physical world.
- Have acquired a range of programming skills in Python appropriate for solving a range of problems drawn from the physical world.
Subject-specific Skills:
- In addition students will have the ability to undertake and defend the use of alternative mathematical skills in the following areas with minimal guidance: Modelling.
Key Skills:
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
- Lectures introduce the basic concepts.
- Practical sessions develop and practice programming skills, and provide active engagement and feedback to the learning process.
- Practical classes
- Formative and summative assessments guide students in the correct development of their knowledge and skills. They are also an aid in developing students' awareness of standards required.
- The written report will train students to write an extended report with precision and rigour of expression.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total/Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 10 | 1 per week for 10 weeks in Michaelmas | 1 Hour | 10 | |
| Practical Classes | 10 | Weekly in Michaelmas | 2 Hour | 20 | ■ |
| Preparation and Reading | 70 | ||||
| Total | 100 |
Summative Assessment
| Component: Project Work | Component Weighting: 100% | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| Written Extended Report | 65% | yes | |
| Continual Assessment | 35% | yes | |
Formative Assessment:
Fortnightly or Weekly assignments.
■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University