COMPUTATION AND SIMULATION
STM3CS
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In mathematics, one uses algebra and calculus to find 'exact' solutions to mathematical problems. In statistics, engineering, physics, and applied mathematics, when dealing with 'the real world', one encounters situations where the best one can do is to find an approximate solution to a problem. This is where computation and simulation plays a vital role. As well as appreciating the numerical methods for obtaining approximate solutions in their own right, understanding concepts such as accuracy and computational efficiency are important. Naturally, computing and simulation are carried out using software programs such as Excel spreadsheets and the technical computing languages MATLAB, Maple or R; in this subject students will gain experience using these. The specific topics studied are: nonlinear equations, interpolation, smoothing and optimization, numerical integration, pseudorandom numbers and simulation.
SchoolEngineering and Mathematical Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorNadiya Kosytsina
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
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PrerequisitesSTM2PM OR MAT1CDE OR STA2MD OR MAT1CLA
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsMAT3SC
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
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Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
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WBL addtional requirementsN/A
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNadiya Kosytsina
Class requirements
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 0 - 0
One 2.00 h computer laboratory per week on weekdays during the day from week 0 to week 0 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 0 - 0
Two 1.00 h lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 0 to week 0 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 hour examination | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
| Four assignments (approx 350 words each, 1500 total) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |