NS 2052: Mathematical Modelling B

Module Synopsis:

The maths modelling module is intended to demonstrate the widespread applications of mathematics in the solution of problems.

Each unit is accompanied by a prepared text which provides the reading, workshop problems and assessment.

• Chapter 1: Coordinate Systems and Vector Geometry
• Chapter 2: Vectors
• Chapter 3: Some astronomical coordinate systems
• Chapter 4: Transformation of Coordinates
• Chapter 5: Fractals
• Chapter 6: Fractal Dimension
• Chapter 7: Fractals and Chaos
• Chapter 8: Chain Reactions
• Chapter 9: Resonance
• Chapter 10: Forced Oscillations
• Chapter 11: Coupled Oscillations
• Chapter 12: Mathematical Preliminaries: Taylor Series
• Chapter 13: Stability
• Chapter 14: Broken Symmetries
• Chapter 15: Phase Transitions