MAT2000

Mathematics research project level 2

Entry restricted to students enrolled in BSc(SciSchProg)

Coordinator: Dr Rosemary Mardling

4 points - First/second semester - Clayton - Available only to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science (Science Scholar Program) or by permission of the head of department

Objectives On the completion of this subject, students will have seen and developed applications of mathematics which go beyond what is possible in most mathematics subjects. Students will appreciate the power of mathematics; have learned research skills including accessing the existing literature, analysing data, developing and checking mathematical models; be able to use data collections both in the library and on the Internet; develop their communication skills by presenting an oral report on their work; gain experience in the use of technical word processing packages and graphics software.

Synopsis This subject provides students with an opportunity to work with a supervisor and complete a mathematical research project chosen from a range of areas of mathematics and statistics, including astronophysics, dynamics, chaos, computing algorithm design, number theory, logic and meteorology. Students will complete a written final project report, two written progress reports, and will present a seminar on their work.

Assessment Project report: 80% - Progress reports: 10% - Oral presentation: 10%

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