MAT 8190 Mathematics/Statistics Complementary Studies B

Subject Cat-nbr Class Term Mode Description Units Campus
MAT 8190 54280 2, 2006 ONC Mathematics/Statistics Complementary Studies B 1.00 Toowoomba

Academic group: FOSCI
Academic org: FOS003
Student contribution band: 2
ASCED code: 010999


Contents



STAFFING:

Examiner: Sergey Suslov
Moderator: Tony Roberts




OTHER-REQUISITES:

Pre-requisite: 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:

Contact the Examiner to study this course by distance education. 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:

  1. demonstrate knowledge and skills in the complementary study area.



TOPICS:


Description Weighting (%)
1. Find the list of currently available study topics at http://www.sci.usq.edu.au/courses/MAT8190. This list may be extended based on student interest and lecturer's availability. Assessment for the course will also vary according to the nature of the study undertaken for each student. By the end of the third week of semester, the supervisor will provide to the examiner, for approval by the Associate Dean: an outline of the study; the objectives of the study; the format, timing and weighting of assessment items for the study; a statement about attendance requirements; requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily; Penalties for late submission of required work; requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course; the method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade; Examination information; Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held; any other requirements deemed necessary by the Examiner.
100.00


TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

To be advised by the student's supervisor.





REFERENCE MATERIALS:

Reference materials are materials that, if accessed by students, may improve their knowledge and understanding of the material in the course and enrich their learning experience.





STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

ACTIVITY HOURS
Private Study 150.00
Supervisor Consultation 15.00



ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

Description Marks out of Wtg(%) Due date
TOPICS 100.00 100.00 25 Jul 2006 (see note 1)
NOTES:
1.
Assessment Details to be advised when student's complementary studies programme 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 approach a staff member and obtain his/her agreement to supervise their study prior to enrolling in the course. It is the student's 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 Programme is determined.
  3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
    To be advised when the student's Complementary Studies Programme is determined.
  4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
    To be advised when the student's Complementary Studies Programme is determined.
  5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
    To be advised when the student's Complementary Studies Programme is determined.
  6. Examination information:
    To be advised when the student's Complementary Studies Programme is determined.
  7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
    To be advised when the student's Complementary Studies Programme 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/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in 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 2 of the semester as in TOPICS above.