Industrial Problems in Applied Math · Spring 2024
MAP 4913
Course Information
- CourseMAP 4913 — Industrial Problems in Applied Math
- DepartmentDepartment of Mathematical Sciences
- Credit Hours3
- CRN11091 / 10775
- PrerequisitesMAP 2302 or MAP 3305, and MAS 2103 or MAC 2313, or permission of instructor
Meetings
- Lecture TimesMWF 1:00 pm – 1:50 pm
- LocationPhysical Science (PS-55) 113
Instructor
- InstructorZvi Rosen
- Emailrosenz@fau.edu
- OfficeScience Building (SE-43), Room 224
- Office HoursWednesday 11:00 am – 12:00 pm; Thursday (Zoom) 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Description
This course, backed by the PIC Math program (supported by the MAA, SIAM, and NSF), immerses math majors in industrial research and real-world mathematical problem solving. Students work in teams of 3–5 on semester-long projects provided by external industry partners, with an emphasis on formulating problems from open-ended goals, selecting appropriate mathematical tools, and communicating results clearly.
From the FAU Catalog: This research-intensive course pits students in small groups against real-world problems provided by industrial partners.
Most course business will be handled on the Canvas site. This is an in-person course; class time is largely devoted to group work on research projects, with occasional lectures as needed.
Required Text: None. Readings may be provided by the instructor.