Mathematical Modelling

Course aim

To apply mathematical modelling techniques (empirical, deterministic, stochastic) to real-world problems and case studies. To evaluate the development, solution, and analysis of mathematical models.

Course content

Model formulation and verification; different types of models (discrete and continuous, deterministic and
probabilistic, predictive and descriptive); proportionality and geometric similarity; model fitting with splines; model fitting with the method of least squares; case studies including discrete, continuous, deterministic and
probabilistic models.

Students will learn how to determine which are the relevant features of a problem, choose the best mathematical tools to model the problem, how to implement the model, how to calibrate the model, and the differences between the various types of model.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
MATH 1056	Linear Algebra
MATH 1054	Calculus 1

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Seminar	2 hours x 13 weeks
Seminar	1 hour x 13 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 12 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Examination, Presentation, Problem solving exercise, Test/Quiz

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.