Valid for: 2015/16
Decided by: Education Board B
Date of Decision: 2015-04-16
Elective for: E4-mt, F4, F4-bm, Pi4-biek, W4-ms
Language of instruction: The course will be given in English on demand
The main aim of the course is to give a basic introduction to mathematical theory and methods in biology, with enough scope to enable the student to handle biologically phrased problems. An additional aim is to help the student develop his or her ability in problem solving, both with and without a computer. A further aim is to prepare the student for further studies in e.g. biological systems or evolution biology.
Knowledge and understanding
For a passing grade the student must
Competences and skills
For a passing grade the student must
Population growth. Non-linear difference equations. Evolution dynamics. Continuous models. Phase plane methods. Molecule dynamics. The cell cycle. Limit cycles, oscillations and excitable systems. Modelling of diffusion. PDE-models. Pattern formation.
Grading scale: TH
Assessment: Compulsory assignments. Approved results on these are enough to pass the course. To get a higher grade it is required to pass a written and an oral examination.
Required prior knowledge: Courses in applied mathematics, e.g. FMAF05 and FMA021.
The number of participants is limited to: No
Director of studies: Anders Holst, Studierektor@math.lth.se
Course coordinator: Anders Källén, andersk@maths.lth.se
Course homepage: http://www.maths.lth.se/course/biomat/