School: Science

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Problem Solving and Modelling
  • Unit Code

    MAT1184
  • Year

    2016
  • Enrolment Period

    1
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus

Description

Introduction of some basic techniques for problem-solving and mathematical modelling including problem analysis, generalisation, cross-checking, goal modification and interpretation of solutions. Problems will be drawn from a wide range of areas including applied geometry, biomechanics, business management, operations research, medicine and physical sciences.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded MAT4101

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Apply some of the techniques for solving non-standard problems.
  2. Devise and apply appropriate checks between cases.
  3. Interpret mathematical solutions in the context of the real-life situation that has been modelled.

Unit Content

  1. Problems will be drawn from a wide range of areas including applied geometry, biomechanics, business management, operations research, medicine and traffic situations.
  2. The unit introduces some basic techniques of problem-solving including problem analysis generalization, cross-checking, goal modification and interpretation of solutions, and also to linearization of data and "best-fit" curves.

Additional Learning Experience Information

There will be some lectures but in most sessions students will work in small groups or individually on particular problems.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
AssignmentModelling Assignments20%
TestClass test 115%
TestClass test 215%
ExaminationEnd of semester examination50%

Text References

  • Polya, G. (1971). How to solve it. Princeton University Press.
  • OMAP Modules, COMAP Inc. 1985-
  • Andrews, J.G., & McLone, R.R. (1976). Mathematical modelling. Butterworths.
  • Burghes, D.N., & Wood, A.D. (1984). Mathematical models in the social, management and life sciences. Chichester: Ellis Horwood.
  • Bender, E.A. (1978). An introduction to mathematical modelling. Wiley.
  • Edwards, D., & Hanson, M. (1989). Guide to mathematical modelling. Macmillan Education Ltd.

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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School: Science

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Problem Solving and Modelling
  • Unit Code

    MAT1184
  • Year

    2016
  • Enrolment Period

    2
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus

Description

Introduction of some basic techniques for problem-solving and mathematical modelling including problem analysis, generalisation, cross-checking, goal modification and interpretation of solutions. Problems will be drawn from a wide range of areas including applied geometry, biomechanics, business management, operations research, medicine and physical sciences.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded MAT4101

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Apply some of the techniques for solving non-standard problems.
  2. Devise and apply appropriate checks between cases.
  3. Interpret mathematical solutions in the context of the real-life situation that has been modelled.

Unit Content

  1. Problems will be drawn from a wide range of areas including applied geometry, biomechanics, business management, operations research, medicine and traffic situations.
  2. The unit introduces some basic techniques of problem-solving including problem analysis generalization, cross-checking, goal modification and interpretation of solutions, and also to linearization of data and "best-fit" curves.

Additional Learning Experience Information

There will be some lectures but in most sessions students will work in small groups or individually on particular problems.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
AssignmentModelling Assignments20%
TestClass test 115%
TestClass test 215%
ExaminationEnd of semester examination50%

Text References

  • Polya, G. (1971). How to solve it. Princeton University Press.
  • OMAP Modules, COMAP Inc. 1985-
  • Andrews, J.G., & McLone, R.R. (1976). Mathematical modelling. Butterworths.
  • Burghes, D.N., & Wood, A.D. (1984). Mathematical models in the social, management and life sciences. Chichester: Ellis Horwood.
  • Bender, E.A. (1978). An introduction to mathematical modelling. Wiley.
  • Edwards, D., & Hanson, M. (1989). Guide to mathematical modelling. Macmillan Education Ltd.

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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