COMP 2003 Computer Algebra
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 301031
Coordinator Roozbeh Hazrat Opens in new window
Description This unit will introduce the popular computational software Mathematica, through which students will explore and investigate real-world mathematical problems. The unit promotes an experimental side of mathematics and will employ symbolic computation to gain insight and intuition into problems, to discover mathematical patterns and relationships, and create impressive graphics to expose mathematical structures.
School Computer, Data & Math Sciences
Discipline Mathematical Sciences
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 1 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject
Pre-requisite(s) MATH 1014
Assumed Knowledge
Students should be comfortable with high school level of Mathematics and have passed Mathematics 1A. This is required to carry out more advanced projects in the subject.
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quizzes x 3 | Quiz 1 & 2: 1 to 2 pages of Mathematica codes (5% each) Quiz 3: 2 to 3 pages of Mathematica codes (10%) | 20 | N | Individual |
| Applied Project | Part 1: 3 to 5 pages of Mathematica codes and outputs of the codes (15%) Part 2: 4 to 6 pages of Mathematica codes and outputs of the codes (15%) | 30 | N | Individual |
| Practical Examination | 2 hours | 50 | Y | Individual |
Teaching Periods