mat4ata adv topics in mathematics a
ADVANCED TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS A
MAT4ATA
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject is offered from time-to-time as a seminar series. The majority of the seminars are conducted by experts with an international reputation. Topics are determined by the Department based on interest and demand.
SchoolSchool Engineering&Mathematical Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorTomasz Kowalski
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Dependent on specific content and will be advised by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics Honours Coordinator.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Offered subject to sufficient enrolments in 4th year Mathematics. Specific content may depend on preferences of 4th year mathematics students.
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate advanced theoretical and technical knowledge in a specified mathematical topic.
- Activities:
- May consist of lectures and workshops, seminars and/or presentations.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Use advanced cognitive and technical skills to select and apply methods to critically analyse, evaluate and interpret tasks relevant to the topic.
- Activities:
- May consist of lectures and workshops, seminars and/or presentations.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Use advanced cognitive and technical skills to analyse, generate and transmit solutions to complex problems relevant to the topic.
- Activities:
- May consist of lectures and workshops, seminars and/or presentations.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
04. Use advanced communication skills to transmit mathematical knowledge and ideas to others.
- Activities:
- May consist of lectures and workshops, seminars and/or presentations.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
05. Demonstrate autonomy, well-developed judgement, adaptability and responsibility as a mathematician
- Activities:
- May consist of lectures and workshops, seminars and/or presentations.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2017, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorTomasz Kowalski
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"requires extensive preparation for class presentations"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five assignments | 100 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
Melbourne, 2017, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorTomasz Kowalski
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"requires extensive preparation for class presentations"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five assignments | 100 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |