Unit details
SIT399 - Advanced Topics in Mathematics
| Offered at: | (B, X) |
|---|---|
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | V Mak |
| Prerequisite: | One of SIT291, SIT292, SIT281, SIT294 |
| Contact hours: | 3 x 1 hour lecture per week, 1 x 1 hour practical per week |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
Students taking this unit have an opportunity to see how problems in their area of interest can be solved using modern day mathematical and algorithmic techniques. Optimisation and decision problems considered will include examples from machine scheduling, robotics routing, network design, resource allocation, and information security. Methods covered include linear and integer models, and game theory. Four assignments will be offered and students may choose two of these in their own area of interest.
Assessment
Examination 60%, 2 x assignments (20% each) 40%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1045 | $1045 | $2544 | $2590 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
