Area: | Department of Mathematics and Statistics |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 5.0 |
Lecture: | 2 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Tutorial: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Prerequisite(s): | 7062 (v.6) Mathematics 101 or any previous version
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10926 (v.5) Mathematics 103 or any previous version
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Syllabus: | Linear and matrix algebra I. Complex numbers and functions. Functions of several variables and first-order differential equations. Second-order ordinary differential equations. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On completion of this unit, students will have - Demonstrated basic skills in algebra of matrices and vectors. Gained understanding of the basics of complex numbers and functions. Developed understanding of the analytical solution of ordinary differential equations. Gained understanding of the application of ordinary differential equations to problems arising in industry. Demonstrated numerical skills in approximating solutions of ordinary differential equations. Demonstrated skills in the use of a symbolic mathematical package. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | No prescribed references. |
Unit Texts: | Stewart, J. (1999). Calculus, 4th ed. California, Brookes and Cole. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Final exam 60%, Module tests (4) 20%, Regular on-line testing 20%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 10100 Mathematical Sciences (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Essential | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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