MAT 4190 Mathematics/Statistics Complementary Studies B

SubjectCat-NbrClassTermModeDescriptionUnitsCampus
MAT4190143832, 2002ONCMathematics/Statistics Complementary Studies B1.00TWMBA
Academic Group:FOSCI
Academic Org:FOS003
HECS Band:2
ASCED Code:010999

Contents


STAFFING:

Examiner: Tony Roberts
Moderator: Chris Harman



RATIONALE:

This course exists to satisfy the need for some flexibility in Honours and Masters programs in Mathematics and Statistics to cater for the widely varying interests and chosen specializations of students.


SYNOPSIS:

This course provides the opportunity for a student to pursue an area of study that will complement the other studies in the student's program. Typically the course will consist of specialized investigations extending knowledge and skills in a certain area. The studies could involve, for example, directed readings, extension of the project (where appropriate), or some other approved activity which would complement the student's studies in the program.


OBJECTIVES:


On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • demonstrate knowledge and skills in the complementary study area.



    • TOPICS:


    DescriptionWeighting (%)
    1. Description Weighting (%) No specific topics can be listed as the content of the course may vary from student to student. Assessment for the course will also vary according to the nature of the study undertaken by each student. By the end of the third week of semester, the supervisor will provide to the examiner - 1 an outline of the study 2 the objectives of the study 3 the format, timing and weighting of the assessment items for the study 4 requirements for the student to achieve a passing grade 5 the method of combining the results on each item of assessment to produce the student's final grade 6 a statement about attendance requirements 7 any other requirements deemed necessary by the examiner or the Faculty.
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    TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

    Books can be ordered by fax or telephone. For costs and further details use the 'Book Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au by entering the author or title of the text.

    To be advised by the student's supervisor.




    STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

    ACTIVITYHOURS
    Private Study150
    Supervisor Consultation15


    ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

    DescriptionMarks Out ofWtg(%)RequiredDue Date
    TOPICS100.00100.00Y22 Jul 2002

    OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

    1. The complementary study area chosen will be assigned after consultation with the examiner and the appropriate Program Coordinator. Students may be directed to a certain complementary study, or they may be asked to nominate an appropriate study. It is the student's responsibility to find a staff member willing to supervise their study.
    2. Assessment of the course will be carried out in a manner that is suitable for the chosen study. The assessment program will be determined by the Supervisor but will require the examiner's approval.
    3. The supervisor will advise the student and the examiner of the details of the study and the assessment program in writing by the end of week 3 of the semester as in Topics above.
    4. When the assessment is completed, the supervisor will recommend to the examiner, the grade to be awarded.
    5. In accordance with the University's Policy on Assignments (Regulation 5.6.1), the examiner of a course may grant an extension of the due date of an assignment in extenuating circumstances. This policy may be found in the USQ Handbook, the Distance Education Student Guide and the Faculty of Sciences' Orientation Handbook for new on-campus students. All students are advised to study and follow the guidelines associated with this policy.