2011/12 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

SOEE2430 Advanced Mathematics for Scientists

10 creditsClass Size: 15

Module manager: Dr X Wen
Email: x.wen@see.leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2011/12

Pre-requisites

SOEE1301

Intermediate Mathematics for Environmental and Geophysical S

This module is mutually exclusive with

SOEE1311

Advanced Mathematics for Environmental and Geophysical Scien

This module is not approved as an Elective

Objectives

On completion of this module, students should be able to demonstrate in depth mathematical knowledge of the following topics:
1) Partial derivatives, including power, product, and chain rules.
2) Analysis of extrema (maxima, minima, etc) for functions of more than one variable.
3) Vector calculus, including divergence, curl, and gradient.
4) Solve basic partial differential equations.
5) Fourier Analysis.

Skills outcomes
Emphasis in this module is on numeracy.
Analysis of mathematical problems;
- recognising and using subject-specific theories, paradigms, concepts and principles to solve problems;
- application of theories to unfamiliar problems; and
- general refinement of mathematical logic.
Developing the skills necessary for self-managed and lifelong learning (e.g. working independently, time management and organisation skills).

Syllabus

1) Partial derivatives
2) Extrema for functions of more than one variable
3) Vector calculus
4) Partial differential equations
5) Fourier Analysis.

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Lecture	11	1.00	11.00
Tutorial	11	2.00	22.00
Private study hours			67.00
Total Contact hours			33.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			100.00

Private study

- Assessed exercises: 10 hours
- Non-assessed exercises: 42 hours
- Private study and revision: 15 hours.

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

Example sheets with model solutions are provided at the start of each topic.

Students study these as part of the learning process. Further examples sheets (not assessed) are provided for students to work on independently.

Assistance with these may be given at practical classes but solutions are only provided after the topic is completed.

Methods of assessment

Coursework

Assessment type	Notes	% of formal assessment
Assignment	1 assignment	15.00
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework)		15.00

Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated

Exams

Exam type	Exam duration	% of formal assessment
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc)	1 hr 30 mins	85.00
Total percentage (Assessment Exams)		85.00

Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 05/04/2012

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