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Unit Overview

Description

This unit is an introduction to the modelling and properties of biological, physical and engineering systems that change with time and which are mathematically described by difference equations and differential equations. Concepts discussed include stability, bifurcations and chaos, stable manifolds, periodic orbits, crisis and universality.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 3 option in the Mathematics; Mathematics major sequences
  • Level 3 elective
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) understand the important properties of nonlinear dynamical systems; (2) understand the origin and onset of chaotic dynamics in both maps and flows; and (3) describe the key concepts of universality.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) assignment; (2) tests; and (3) final examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Thomas Stemler
Unit rules
Prerequisites
MATH2021 Introduction to Applied Mathematics
Contact hours
lectures: 2 hours per week
practical classes: 2 hours per week
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.