Course Title: A Mathematical Toolbox for Scientists

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: A Mathematical Toolbox for Scientists

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

MATH2443

City Campus

Undergraduate

171H School of Science

Face-to-Face

Sem 1 2022,
Sem 1 2023

Course Coordinator: A\Prof Stephen Davis

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 2278

Course Coordinator Email: stephen.davis@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: 15-03-18

Course Coordinator Availability: By appointment


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None


Course Description

This course will introduce you to fundamental concepts and key topics across the Mathematical Sciences including probability and/or calculus.    

The course will consider the wider significance and importance of the mathematical sciences across major global societal, industrial, technological, and environmental priorities and challenges. The course will enable you to develop an appreciation of the mathematical sciences, the universal language it provides and the associated technical and transferable skills that will support your future studies and careers.  


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

This course contributes to Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) for: 

BH116 Bachelor of Surveying (Honours) 
BH117 Bachelor of Geospatial Science (Honours) 
BP083 Bachelor of Applied Mathematics and Statistics 
BP192 Bachelor of Environmental Science 
BP193 Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Environment and Society 
BP199 Bachelor of Food Technology and Nutrition 
BP289 Bachelor of Food Technology and Nutrition / Bachelor of Business 
BP293 Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)/Bachelor of Biomedical Science 
BP330 Bachelor of Space Science 
BP350 Bachelor of Science 


On completion of this course, you should be able to:

  1. Apply mathematical knowledge of functions, differential calculus, and probability to solve problems drawn from the physical, data and life sciences.
  2. Use technology with proficiency to confirm calculations and solutions of results worked by hand, using current web browser mathematical tools.
  3. Articulate and explain the important role that mathematics plays in developing theory in science through simple models, forming hypotheses and proposing linear and non-linear relationships.
  4. Present and interpret mathematical calculations to gain insight and communicate results.
  5. Reflect on an inclusive and global perspective of mathematical knowledge including those of Indigenous peoples.


Overview of Learning Activities

You will undertake an integrated series of immersive learning experiences and activities to develop fundamental conceptual and practical understanding and experience in mathematical sciences. A blended learning approach will be used involving face-to-face experiential learning activities complemented by online learning and team-based activities. 


Overview of Learning Resources

Blended learning resources will be provided via the Canvas learning management systems and associated tools, in conjunction with practice-based in-class experiential learning activities. 


Overview of Assessment

Assessment Task 1: Weekly Problem Sheets

Weighting: 45%

This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2, 3 & 4

 

Assessment Task 2:

In-class Invigilated Assessment 

Weighting: 45% 

This assessment will take the form of three (3) 90-minute tests undertaken during the 2-hour weekly practical sessions. Students must be physically present and have their student card on their person. 

This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2, 4. 

 

Assessment Task 3: Reflections

Weighting: 10%

This assessment task supports CLO 5.