Courses & Units

Computational Science KIT103

Hobart, Launceston

Introduction

Computers and mathematics are powerful tools for modelling and reasoning about the world around us. They are also powerful tools for reasoning about computation itself. This unit explores the fundamental topics of sets, logic, combinatorics and number theory as they apply to modelling real-world problems, as well as to thinking about the operation of computers and program code. Learn just how much can be accomplished with a single line of Python. During the semester students will assemble their personal toolkit of mathematical and programming techniques, forming the foundation of further study in mathematics, data science or software development.

Summary

Unit name	Computational Science
Unit code	KIT103
Credit points	12.5
College/School	College of Sciences and Engineering School of Information and Communication Technology
Discipline	Information & Communication Technology\|Mathematics
Coordinator	Doctor Erin (James) Montgomery
Available as an elective?
Delivered By	Delivered wholly by the provider
Level	Introductory

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 2	On-Campus		International	Domestic
Launceston	Semester 2	On-Campus		International	Domestic

Key

: On-campus
: Off-Campus
: International students
: Domestic students

Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2	12/7/2021	10/8/2021	30/8/2021	17/10/2021

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

apply the tools of discrete mathematics to model real world problems within a scientific computing environment
translate mathematical expressions involving discrete entities into valid program code
select appropriate mathematical and programming structures to suit a given scenario
solve abstract and real world problems using formal definitions and properties of fundamental mathematical structures without the use of a computer

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution ^1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution ^1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution ^2,3	Domestic Full Fee ⁴
020199	$993.00	$993.00	not applicable	$2,402.00

Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

¹ Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
² Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
³ Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
⁴ Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern	1 x 2-hr lecture weekly, 1 x 2-hr computer laboratory weekly and 1-hr of independent learning weekly
Assessment	Assignment 1: Sets and Functions (15%)\|Assignment 2: Boolean Algebra and Conditional Program Logic (15%)\|Assignment 3: Combinatorics (15%)\|Assignment 4: Fun with Numbers (15%)\|Project & Portfolio (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable \| View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.
Links	Booktopia textbook finder

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