Postgraduate Course: Mathematical Models 2 (MATH11101)
Course Outline
| School | School of Mathematics |
College | College of Science and Engineering |
| Course type | Standard |
Availability | Available to all students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) |
Credits | 20 |
| Home subject area | Mathematics |
Other subject area | None |
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Taught in Gaelic? | No |
| Course description | This course covers the application of mathematics to build models across a range of scientific phenomena.
The course is divided into two main parts: specialised fluid mechanics and mathematical biology. In the first, magnetohydrodynamics and geophysical fluid dynamics are discussed, whereas in the second, several models of biological processes are covered. |
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
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Other requirements | None |
| Additional Costs | None |
Information for Visiting Students
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus? | No |
Course Delivery Information
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Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
An introduction to mathematical modelling of a given observed phenomena.
Familiarity with the application of dynamical systems to population ecology problems, evolution of diseases or modelling of cancer. |
Assessment Information
Examination 80%
Continuous Assessment 20% |
Special Arrangements
| Selection of this course requires the approval of the Programme Director. |
Additional Information
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| Study Abroad |
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| Keywords | MMod2 |
Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Joan Simon Soler
Tel: (0131 6)50 8571
Email: J.Simon@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary | Mrs Frances Reid
Tel: (0131 6)50 4883
Email: f.c.reid@ed.ac.uk |
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