MAT 353 - Mathematical Modeling

2014-2015 Catalog Year

This course is designed to provide students with experience in using mathematics to solve practical problems. Examples of successful modeling of real-world problems will be studied, along with the strategies used in the modeling process. Students will acquire the ability to make simplifying assumptions in mathematical formulations of problems, to describe models in verbal and written presentations, and to use computer packages to analyze models.

Offered: Spring (odd years)

Prerequiste: MAT 220 and 230 OR MAT 208 OR MAT 210, and one of the following MAT 258 OR MAT 318 OR PSY 290, or instructor permission.
credit: 3