mat1mab mathematical applications in biology
MATHEMATICAL APPLICATIONS IN BIOLOGY
MAT1MAB
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Students 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 strengths and limitations of models to make predictions about ecological sustainability are explored. 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 for two 1-hour problem solving classes per week 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.
SchoolEngineering and Mathematical Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorYuri Nikolayevsky
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
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PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
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Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Lecture materials available on-line
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorDepartment of Mathematics and Statistics
Year2009
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherDEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
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Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
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Subject options
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorYuri Nikolayevsky
Class requirements
PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.00 hour practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 2 hour written examination | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4, SILO5 |
| On-line quizzes (equivalent to 400-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1 |
| Problem class quizzes (equivalent to 400-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO2 |
| Spreadsheet assignments (equivalent to 600-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO3, SILO4 |
| Written assignments (equivalent to 600-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4, SILO5 |
Singapore (PSB), 2020, Term 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorYeliz Boglev
Class requirements
PracticalWeek: 21 - 31
Twenty four 1.00 hour practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 21 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 2 hour written examination | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4, SILO5 |
| On-line quizzes (equivalent to 400-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1 |
| Problem class quizzes (equivalent to 400-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO2 |
| Spreadsheet assignments (equivalent to 600-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO3, SILO4 |
| Written assignments (equivalent to 600-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4, SILO5 |
Singapore (PSB), 2020, Term 3, Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorYeliz Boglev
Class requirements
PracticalWeek: 37 - 47
Twenty four 1.00 hour practical per study period on weekdays at night from week 37 to week 47 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 2 hour written examination | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4, SILO5 |
| On-line quizzes (equivalent to 400-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1 |
| Problem class quizzes (equivalent to 400-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO2 |
| Spreadsheet assignments (equivalent to 600-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO3, SILO4 |
| Written assignments (equivalent to 600-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4, SILO5 |
Singapore (PSB), 2020, Term L2 , Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorYeliz Boglev
Class requirements
PracticalWeek: 11 - 15
Twenty four 1.00 hour practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 15 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 2 hour written examination | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4, SILO5 |
| On-line quizzes (equivalent to 400-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1 |
| Problem class quizzes (equivalent to 400-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO2 |
| Spreadsheet assignments (equivalent to 600-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO3, SILO4 |
| Written assignments (equivalent to 600-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4, SILO5 |
Singapore (PSB), 2020, Term L2 , Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorYeliz Boglev
Class requirements
PracticalWeek: 11 - 15
Twenty four 1.00 hour practical per study period on weekdays at night from week 11 to week 15 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One 2 hour written examination | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4, SILO5 |
| On-line quizzes (equivalent to 400-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1 |
| Problem class quizzes (equivalent to 400-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO2 |
| Spreadsheet assignments (equivalent to 600-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO3, SILO4 |
| Written assignments (equivalent to 600-words in total) | N/A | N/A | No | 15 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4, SILO5 |