| Unit name | Mathematical and Data Modelling 2 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | EMAT22220 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | I/5 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Benjamin |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Units you must take before you take this one (pre-requisite units) |
SEMT10001 Mathematical and Data Modelling 1 EMAT10100 Engineering Mathematics SEMT10002 Computer Programming and algorithms |
| Units you must take alongside this one (co-requisite units) |
None |
| Units you may not take alongside this one |
None |
| School/department | School of Engineering Mathematics and Technology |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
Why is this unit important?
This unit builds on the mathematical and computational skills developed throughout the first two years of the programme, bringing them together to solve attempt real-world problems. Students will will act as consultants to
solve problems posed as being of interest to clients from industry or other sectors. The unit will develop your skills in working through the entire problem-solving pipeline, from understanding the problem, to model formulation and critical assessment of results, and finally delivery to stakeholders. These skills are highly sought after by employers, and will be invaluable to you in your future careers.
How does this unit fit into your programme of study
This unit will bring together everything you have learned so far about mathematical, computational, and data-driven modelling techniques. You will have the chance to see how these techniques can be used to find the solution of real-world problems. This unit builds directly on the foundations set by Mathematical and Data Modelling 1 (MDM1). Through MDM1 you learn to develop and apply simple mathematical models. This unit takes you through the exercise of applying University level mathematical and computational techniques with applications to more realistic problems. This is a preparation for Mathematical and Data Modelling 3 in which you will apply techniques from across the whole degree programme to problems brought by real external stakeholders.
An overview of content
Students will work in groups to solve two real-world problems each of which last a total of 7 weeks. The group projects will be supplied by academic supervisors and will be posed as real-word problems from an external client seeking a consultant for mathematical modelling and data analysis.
How will students, personally, be different as a result of the unit
After taking this unit, students will have the confidence to address a wide variety of industry-motivated, real-world problems. Students will have the ability to translate a verbal description of a complex engineering problem into a format that can be solved using mathematical and computational models. They will learn the art of developing appropriate modelling and solution strategies, while gaining an appreciation of the ethical, societal, and environmental implications of their approach. Students will refine their skills in collaborative problem solving and code development, and learn how to communicate technical results to stakeholders who may not have a mathematical, engineering, or scientific background.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the unit, students will be able to:
1. Formulate and solve mathematical and computational models of real-world problems and critically evaluate the results of these models
2. Find, evaluate, and use technical information, including from the engineering and scientific literature.
3. Use mathematical and computational modelling to design solutions to problems with specified non-technical stakeholders and communicate the results of this work effectively to these stakeholders.
4. Evaluate the environmental and societal impacts of the solutions proposed to stakeholders.
5. Plan and manage the execution of a project and identify and use a suitable risk management process.
6. Plan and record self-learning and development as the foundation for lifelong learning.
How you will learn
The mentoring scheme takes place starting in Y1 and runs parallel to the start of the unit in Y2. This involves three meetings with an industrial mentor looking at careers and professional practice in Engineering and related sectors. The assessment reflects on this experience, considering future career options and professional development.
The unit will have workshop classes to focus on specific technical and non-technical skills relevant to the unit such as group work, project management, generating figures, and collaborating on shared code. These are to prepare for the specific skills that are needed during the projects.
Most of the project work is done independently through a combination of working individually and in groups but with regular supervision meetings with an academic supervisor.
Tasks which help you learn and prepare you for summative tasks (formative)
Throughout the group projects, you will receive formative feedback from your supervisor(s) about your progress with the project. You will be asked to prepare a project plan at an early stage in each project, and you will also receive formative feedback on this plan.
Tasks which count towards your unit mark (summative)
The unit will involve three coursework assessments.
The first assessment will be an individual report based on the industrial liaison office mentoring scheme. This assessment will make up 10% of the unit mark and is also considered “must-do” to pass the unit. This assessment covers ILO 6.
There will also be two group modelling projects each making up 45% of the overall unit mark and covering ILOs 1-5. The first project will be assessed through a report submitted jointly by the group. The second project will be assessed through a video presentation and written appendix submitted jointly by the group.
For both group projects, student engagement, individual contributions to the group project (ILO 1-4), and project management (ILO 5) will be assessed through the supervision meetings and through peer evaluation. These will be used to assign an individual moderated mark to each student for each group project.
When assessment does not go to plan
If a student does not pass the unit overall and has failed any individual piece of coursework assessment, then re-assessment of this component will take the same form as the original summative assessment.
If a student does not pass the unit overall and has failed at least one of the group projects but not all of the group projects, then re-assessment of this component will take the form of an individual modelling project that includes a reflective component on group work.
If a student does not pass the unit overall and has failed all of the group projects, then re-assessment is only possible as part of a supplementary year.
If this unit has a Resource List, you will normally find a link to it in the Blackboard area for the unit. Sometimes there will be a separate link for each weekly topic.
If you are unable to access a list through Blackboard, you can also find it via the Resource Lists homepage. Search for the list by the unit name or code (e.g. EMAT22220).
How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the University Workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. For appropriate assessments, if you have self-certificated your absence, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (for assessments at the end of TB1 and TB2 this is usually in the next re-assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any exceptional circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
