MAT 4190 Mathematics/Statistics Complementary Studies B

SubjectCat-NbrClassTermModeDescriptionUnitsCampus
MAT4190243842, 2003ONCMathematics/Statistics Complementary Studies B1.00TWMBA
Academic Group:FOSCI
Academic Org:FOS003
HECS Band:2
ASCED Code:010999

Contents


STAFFING:

Examiner: Tony Roberts
Moderator: Sergey Suslov



OTHER-REQUISITES:

Enrolment in this course is only available to students in Honours, Masters and some other Postgraduate programs and such enrolment requires the permission of the appropriate Program Coordinator.


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. 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.
    		100.00

    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 2003(see note )
    NOTES:
    .
    Assessment details to be advised when student's complementary studies program is determined.

    IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

    1. Attendance requirements:
      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. It is the students' responsibility to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration.
    2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
      To be advised when the student's Complementary Studies is determined.
    3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
      To be advised when the student's Complementary Studies is determined.
    4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
      To be advised when the student's Complementary Studies is determined.
    5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
      To be advised when the student's Complementary Studies is determined.
    6. Examination information:
      To be advised when the student's Complementary Studies is determined.
    7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
      To be advised when the student's Complementary Studies is determined.
    8. University Regulations:
      Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6. Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/SECARIAT/calendar/Part5/ or in the printed version of the current USQ Handbook.

    ASSESSMENT NOTES

    9.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.
    10.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.
    11.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.
    12.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.
    13.When the assessment is completed, the supervisor will recommend to the examiner, the grade to be awarded.