Undergraduate | MUR-MAS182-2023
Applied Mathematics
Previously MUR-MAS120
Learn how to use maths methods to solve problems in science and technology. Topics include the derivative, complex numbers, and the trigonometric functions. Gain confidence applying maths to engineering, science and economics.
Study method
100% online
Assessments
100% online
Entry requirements
Prior study needed
Duration
13 weeks
Start dates
- 29 May 2023,
- 28 Aug 2023
Price from
$1,040
Upfront cost
$0
About this subject
What you'll learn
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- Use the basic ideas, rules and techniques of differentiation and integration
- Analyse problems and use a range of calculus techniques to solve them
- Apply differential equations to mathematical models of physical and biological phenomena
- Use simple differential equations to describe growth and decay and to solve problems
- Use trigonometric functions in various applications
- Express complex numbers in Cartesian and polar form and do basic algebra of complex numbers
- Present coherent written solutions to various problems related to the material in the unit
- Algebra reference
- Linear functions
- Nonlinear functions
- The derivative
- Calculating the derivative
- Graphs and the derivative
- Applications of the derivative
- Exponential and logarithmic functions
- Integration
- Further techniques and applications of integration
- Differential equations
- The Trigonometric functions
- Complex numbers
This subject provides an introduction to differential and integral calculus, and basic ordinary differential equations. The concepts and techniques will be motivated and illustrated using mathematical models in engineering, the physical and biological sciences, commerce, economics, and the social sciences. Other topics include complex numbers and their applications.
You are strongly advised NOT to enrol in MAS182 and MAS164 at the same time. In order to successfully complete MAS182, you will require the knowledge gained from the successful completion of MAS164.
Murdoch University advises that students who do not successfully complete MAS164 before attempting MAS182 usually fail MAS182.
Students who did not study mathematics at school, did not receive good marks, or have not studied mathematics in a long time should enrol in MAS164 before attempting MAS182.
All enrolled students may access Murdoch's Maths Refresher Program. You are advised to review the worksheets in this program before beginning MAS182.
Please Note: All students studying at Murdoch University will need to complete the compulsory unit, Murdoch Academic Passport (MAP100), which only takes 2-3 hours to complete online. Find out more: http://goto.murdoch.edu.au/MurdochAcademicPassport.
The assessment consists of regular assignments and a final examination. All forms of assessment are based on examples covered in the unit notes, lectures and the textbook. Students get feedback on their submitted assignment work during the teaching period. Students are also able to get help and feedback outside of the assessments from tutors during the teaching period.
- Assignments x 4 (40%)
- Timed Online Exam (60%)
For textbook details check your university's handbook, website or learning management system (LMS).
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Entry requirements
Prior study
You are recommended to have completed the following subject(s) or have equivalent knowledge before starting this subject:
Equivalent subjects
You should not enrol in this subject if you have successfully completed any of the following subject(s) because they are considered academically equivalent:
MUR-MAS120-Applied Mathematics (no longer available)
Others
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
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