Unit name | Continuum Mathematics |
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Unit code | EMAT31410 |
Credit points | 20 |
Level of study | H/6 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
Unit director | Dr. Mike Jeffrey |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
EMAT10010 Engineering Mathematics 1, EMAT20200 Engineering Mathematics 2 (or equivalent) |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | School of Engineering Mathematics and Technology |
Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
Description: This unit focuses on advanced mathematics methods for solving continuum problems in mechanics and other areas of engineering. Students will learn how to derive approximations of continuum physical processes in the form of partial and ordinary differential equations and their solutions. Partial differential equations, complex variables, and asymptotic methods are introduced with application in physical and biological contexts.
Aims: Students will acquire a firm grounding in the mathematical techniques used to analyse models in continuum mechanics, including solution methods for partial differential equations, the geometry and integration of complex functions, and asymptotic and perturbative methods to solve ODEs, PDEs, and integrals, plus wider methods for solving PDEs. The course aims to give an appreciation of how mathematical analysis provides a solid grounding for physical intuition.
By the end of this unit, students should have:
Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions, including lectures, problem-solving activities supported by weekly workshops and problem sheets.
1 Summative Assessment, 100% - Summer Timed Assessment. This will assess all ILOs.