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MAT-10051 - Module Specification
School of Computing and Mathematics
Faculty of Natural Sciences

For academic year: 2022/23 Last Updated: 14 February 2023

MAT-10051 - Applied Mathematics
Coordinator: Michael Nieves Tel: +44 1782 7 34779
Lecture Time: See Timetable...
Level: Level 4
Credits: 15
Study Hours: 150
School Office: 01782 733075

Programme/Approved Electives for 2022/23

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2022/23

This module is designed to help students appreciate mathematics as a method for describing and solving real-world problems. We introduce the mathematical modelling cycle that provides a conceptual model to study real-world problems. The mathematical and problem solving ideas will be developed through a number of short exercises and a project.

Aims
This module has the following aims:
1) to demonstrate mathematics as a method for describing and solving real-world problems;
2) to introduce the mathematical modelling cycle and develop critical thought in its application in choosing appropriate mathematical structures to tackle and solve real-life situations;
3) to illustrate the principles of the modelling cycle (simplify and represent; analyse and solve; interpret and evaluate; communicate and reflect) through solving a variety of problems. This is carried out within the framework of a range of real-world situations and will also utilise computer-based activities, including the use of computer algebra systems.

Intended Learning Outcomes

use the mathematical modelling cycle: 1
apply the stages of the mathematical modelling cycle to a variety of real-world problems: 1
apply a diverse range of abstract mathematical techniques in solving real-world problems: 1
set up and critically analyse appropriate mathematical frameworks in solving real-world problems: 1
identify critical information from models constructed to mimic real-world problems and to use this information in a predictive capacity: 1

Study hours

48 hours classes, including: lectures, tutorials and project preparation. The numbers of lectures and classes will vary from week to week.
12 hours exercise preparation.
90 hours private study.

School Rules

A Level Mathematics (or equivalent)

Description of Module Assessment

1: Exercise weighted 100%
MapleTA assessments testing knowledge and application of course content
Approximately weekly/biweekly online MapleTA computer-based assignments that are equally weighted. Each assignment is comprised of 4 or 5 questions testing knowledge of the material covered up to that point. The questions are randomised from a question pool and contain different numerical values, but all students must demonstrate the same outcomes. Students are permitted an unlimited number of attempts until they receive full marks on a single question. The average mark over all attempts is then awarded as the score for that particular question when completed or when the deadline is met.

Please note that for the 2022/23 Academic Year programmes may be adapted to operate in accordance with a flexible, digital approach. This means that there may be some changes made to how modules are delivered and assessed. The latest information will be provided to you by your School in module handbooks. We endeavour to give you as much notice as possible of any changes and details about the circumstance in which changes are made to programmes can be found in the Student Agreement, available at: https://www.keele.ac.uk/student-terms-and-conditions/

Last Updated: 14 February 2023