MTH102 Computer Aided Mathematics 2 with Applications (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Mathematics and Statistics (MASTA)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject continues the development of widely used techniques in applied mathematics. Topics include integration, differential equations and modelling, series including Taylor series, vectors and functions of several variables, and complex numbers. Students continue to develop their skill in using a computer algebra system.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 2 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Albury-Wodonga |
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
| Distance * | Wagga Wagga |
*This subject offering contains a residential school. Please view following information for further details.
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: MTH102
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Prerequisite(s):
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
Be able to confidently use techniques of integration, solution of differential equations, Taylor series approximation, calculus of functions of several variables, and complex numbers in modelling and solving applied problems;
Be able to use a computer algebra system to assist with their calculations and graphs.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
Techniques of integration; Ordinary differential equations and modelling; Sequences, series, Taylor series; Vectors, functions of several variables; Complex numbers.
Residential School
This subject contains a optional 2 day residential school.
The purpose of the residential school is to provide a set of intensive lectures and tutorials on aspects of the subject. Students will also have an oportunity to gain experience using the Maple computer algebra system for solving mathematical problems.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.