MTH3401

Special topics in mathematics I ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Associate Professor Hans Lausch

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: Advanced studies by lectures or reading project in an area of mathematics, statistics or related discipline, or a comparable project under the supervision of a member of academic staff in the School of Mathematical Sciences.

Objectives: On completion of this unit, students will have an appreciation and understanding of a relevant area of study outside of those areas normally presented as part of the third-level undergraduate program in mathematics and statistics; demonstrated skills in student-centred learning beyond that normally expected for a third-level unit in those disciplines;and demonstrated oral presentation skills on their independent work.

Assessment: As determined by the Subject Assessment Panel in each case.

Contact Hours: Equivalent of three 1-hour lectures per week

Prerequisites: Permission from Head of School