mat1mab math applications in biology
MATHEMATICAL APPLICATIONS IN BIOLOGY
MAT1MAB
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
You will be introduced to how mathematical models are used in biological, biophysical sciences and we will emphasise insight into how models may be derived from biophysical assumptions. A small but representative range of biophysical applications is investigated. The subject is organised in modules, each focusing on a specific application. The subject is delivered mainly on-line. Learning resources including all lecture materials will be available on-line. Students meet one hour per week for a problem solving class to work through problem sets designed to strengthen basic mathematical skills. Considerable use will be made of spreadsheets as a tool for understanding mathematical models and performing calculations.
FacultyFaculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJohn Banks
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Lecture materials available on-line | Prescribed | Department of Mathematics and Statistics | DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS 2009 |
| Readings | FSTE First Year Survival Guide (second edition) | Recommended | Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering | LA TROBE UNIVERSITY 2012 |
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Melbourne, 2014, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJohn Banks
Class requirements
PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| One 1.5 hour written examination | 40 | |
| on-line quizzes (equivalent to 800-words in total) | 10 | |
| problem class quizzes (equivalent to 400-words in total) | 10 | |
| spreadsheet assignments (equivalent to 800-words in total) | 20 | |
| written assignments (equivalent to 800-words in total) | 20 |