302283 (v.3) Mathematical Modelling 101
| Area: | Department of Mathematics and Statistics |
|---|---|
| Credits: | 25.0 |
| Contact Hours: | 4.0 |
| TUITION PATTERNS: | The tuition pattern provides details of the types of classes and their duration. This is to be used as a guide only. Precise information is included in the unit outline. |
| Lecture: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
| Tutorial: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
| Workshop: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
| UNIT REFERENCES, TEXTS, OUTCOMES AND ASSESSMENT DETAILS: | The most up-to-date information about unit references, texts and outcomes, will be provided in the unit outline. |
| Syllabus: | Mathematical Modelling 101 is an introduction to mathematical modelling and optimisation that aims to enhance the student’s problem solving skills. This unit comprises three parts: Networks, Optimisation, and Combinatorics. Modern society is dominated by a system of networks for the transmission of information, the transportation of people and the distribution of goods and energy. Students will acquire skills in modelling a network with a graph; designing optimal networks (Kruskal’s algorithm); project networks (Critical path method); network routing (Dijkstra’s algorithm); and switching networks. In part two, students will discover that decision making using optimisation technology assures that the best possible outcome is achieved within the constraints applying to the system under investigation. Here, we will cover inventory models; and linear programming modelling including the use of computer packages for solving problems. Finally, Combinatorics is concerned with the study of arrangements, patterns, designs, etc. To do this, we will take a closer look at counting techniques; solution of linear equations; recurrence relations; and logic with application to circuit designs. Some applications will also be given. |
| Field of Education: | 010101 Mathematics |
| Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Partially Online Internal | Area External | Central External | Fully Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
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