NGEA09041U Applied Mathematical and Numerical Modelling

Volume 2013/2014
Education
MSc programme in Geology and Geoscience
Content

The course is based on hands-on exercises mostly taken from hydrology and hydrogeology. Thus, it tries to de-mystify the mathematical equations used to express physical and chemical processes used in these disciplines. Students learn to program their own models and apply these to solve real-world problems.

Learning Outcome

Knowledge:
Functions, differentiation/​integration, linear algebra, ordinary and partial differential equations, finite differences as they appear in geoscience. Learning how to program and develop scripts/​solutions/​models.

Skills:
Translate geoscience problems into “mathematical problems”, find appropriate mathematical or numerical solution procedures for solving the problem, and develop programs/scripts that can solve real-world geoscience problems. Currently, Matlab is used and learning how to structure a script is part of the course. Write reports, where the mathematical/numerical methods are presented, tested/verified, and used to solve geoscience problems.

Competences:
Perform quantitative analysis of geoscience problems.

Literature

Please see Absalon course page.

BSc in Geology and Geoscience or equivalent
The form of teaching is lectures and computer based exercises.
  • Category
  • Hours
  • Preparation
  • 136
  • Project work
  • 35
  • Theory exercises
  • 35
  • Total
  • 206
Credit
7,5 ECTS
Type of assessment
Written assignment
Written assignment. The written assignment is prepared during the course and must be handed in prior to the exam week.
Marking scale
7-point grading scale
Censorship form
No external censorship
Exam period
Several internal censors
Criteria for exam assesment

See description of learning outcome