Course Description:

This course introduces a powerful and free computer software Scilab for scientific research. The programming language will be taught via a number of mathematical models in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Ecology, Statistics and Management. Some basic and important techniques in Calculus and Linear Algebra will also be covered.

Course Contents: In this course, we shall

1. introduce fundamental programming techniques in SciLab;
2. demonstrate how mathematical models are formulated, and
3. how to interpret these models with the help of computer.

Credit Bearing Programme: 6 credits

Assessment: Assignments/ in-class activities (20%), two midterm tests (30%) and one 2.5 hour written examination (50%) [Note: No supplementary examination will be offered.]

Date: July 4 - July 30, 2016 (Every Wednesday & Saturday)

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Venue: The University of Hong Kong

Target Students: Non HKU Undergraduates

Pre-requisite: High score in NCEE (Gaokao) math or in AP Calculus, or Good grade in IB Math (DP) or in GCE A-level Further/Pure math, or Equivalent. Applicants should provide a list of current courses and past exam result sheets or transcripts

Remark: Students without Permanent HK Identity Cards may require visas to study in HKU. For student visa and accommodation, please see Visa and Accommodation.

Programme Webpage: Please visit http://www.aal.hku.hk/summerinstitute/programme/math1641/ for "MATH1641 Mathematical Laboratory and Modelling".

Online Application: Please browse http://www.aal.hku.hk/summerinstitute/programme/math1641/, and click "Apply Now".

Language of Instruction: English

Programme Fee: HK$13,000 and HK$350 Application Fee

Additional Supporting Documents: List of current courses and Past exam result sheets or Transcript

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