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Postgraduate Course: Mathematical Models 1 (MATH11102)

Course Outline
SchoolSchool of Mathematics CollegeCollege of Science and Engineering
Course typeStandard AvailabilityAvailable to all students
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) Credits20
Home subject areaMathematics Other subject areaNone
Course website None Taught in Gaelic?No
Course descriptionThis course covers the application of mathematics to build models across a range of scientific phenomena.

The course is divided into two main parts: introduction to continuum mechanics and applications to Newtonian fluid mechanics.
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Additional Costs None
Information for Visiting Students
Pre-requisitesNone
Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus?No
Course Delivery Information
Not being delivered
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
An introduction to mathematical modelling of a given observed phenomena.

Thorough understanding of the applications of tensor calculus in mechanics, with applications to fluid mechanics, geophysics and magnetohydrodynamics.

An understanding of the relation between local conservation laws and global balance equations in continuum models.
Assessment Information
Examination 80%
Continuous Assessment 20%
Special Arrangements
Selection of this course requires the approval of the Programme Director.
Additional Information
Academic description Not entered
Syllabus Not entered
Transferable skills Not entered
Reading list Not entered
Study Abroad Not entered
Study Pattern Not entered
KeywordsMMod1
Contacts
Course organiserDr Joan Simon Soler
Tel: (0131 6)50 8571
Email: J.Simon@ed.ac.uk
Course secretaryMrs Frances Reid
Tel: (0131 6)50 4883
Email: f.c.reid@ed.ac.uk
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