PGDip Mathematical Modelling for Transport(Part-time)
Year 1
(Award available for year: Postgraduate Certificate)
Learning outcomes
- recognise real world transportation issues susceptible to mathematical analysis; identify suitable ways to formulatethem into mathematical problems and develop relevant solution strategies by applying mathematical and statisticalmethods.- apply optimization algorithms to traffic equilibrium models and demonstrate understanding of convergence.- hand-write code to solve mathematical models and to interrogate and visualise model outputs.- interrogate and manage large data sets, including using databases.- use commercial software to study transport problems. Present, interpret and assess the quality of outputs.- write scientific reports on transport models and modelling approaches suitable for technical and lay audiences.- work in a multidisciplinary team and effectively execute and communicate the role of mathematical modellingwithin an integrated project.- be familiar with mathematical models used in different contexts of transport analyses.- undertake and report on a significant piece of relevant original investigation through the dissertation process,under supervision- take a proactive and self-reflective role in working and to develop professional relationships with others;- formulate ideas and hypotheses and to develop, implement and execute plans by which to evaluate these;- critically and creatively to evaluate current issues, research and advanced scholarship in the discipline.- embark on a programme of research as a research student- undertake a career as a transport modeller
Transferable (key) skills
- the skills necessary to undertake a higher research degree and/or for employment in industry as a transportmodeller.- critically evaluate the appropriateness and applicability of mathematical models, and the quality of modelling anddata analyses;- self-direction and independent learning- setting targets for project work, under supervision- the ability to work in a way which ensures continuing professional development
Assessment
- evidencing an ability to select and apply appropriate models and data analysis;- demonstrating the ability to apply breadth and/or depth of knowledge to modelling transportation systems;- drawing on range of perspectives (empirical, mathematical, engineering, economic etc) when studyingtransportation systems;- evaluating and criticising proposed modelling approaches and existing analyses of transport models/data.- make reasoned judgements whilst understanding the limitations on judgements made in the absence of completedata.