This unit provides an introduction to multivariable differential calculus and modelling as well as mathematical statistics. Emphasis is given both to the theoretical and foundational aspects of the subject, as well as developing the valuable skill of applying the mathematical theory to solve practical problems. Topics covered in this unit of study include mathematical modelling, first order differential equations, second order differential equations, systems of linear equations, visualisation in 2 and 3 dimensions, partial derivatives, directional derivatives, the gradient vector, and optimisation for functions of more than one variable. The statistics part provides an introduction to mathematical statistics including descriptive statistics, the normal model and hypothesis testing. Concepts will be illustrated using statistical software.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Mathematics and Statistics Academic Operations |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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MATH1905 or MATH1903 or MATH1923 or MATH1907 or MATH1933 or MATH1062 or MATH1972 or MATH1003 or MATH1023 or MATH1005 or MATH1015 |
Assumed knowledge
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(HSC Mathematics Extension 2) or equivalent |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | Yes |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | James Parkinson, james.parkinson@sydney.edu.au |
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Lecturer(s) | Linh Nghiem, linh.nghiem@sydney.edu.au |
James Parkinson, james.parkinson@sydney.edu.au |