Fall 2022 - MATH 498 D100
Communication and Research Skills in the Mathematical Sciences (1)
Class Number: 4146
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 7 – Dec 6, 2022: Thu, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Jonathan Jedwab
jed@sfu.ca
1 778 782-3337
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Corequisites:
MATH 499W. Students must have an approved project prior to enrollment.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Students will develop skills required for mathematical research. This course will focus on communication in both written and oral form. Students will write documents and prepare presentations in a variety of formats for academic and non-academic purposes. The LaTeX document preparation system will be used. Course will be given on a pass/fail basis.
COURSE DETAILS:
Learning Objectives
Main Outcome: At the completion of this course, the successful student should be able to transform and reorganize mathematical ideas across different communication formats. Additionally, at the completion of this course the successful student should be able to:
- Produce professional quality mathematical documents and presentation materials respecting the conventions and requirements of chosen format;
- Produce a 30 page thesis document based on their research;
- Present a mathematical topic in a clear, thoughtful presentation;
- Assess and consider the audience needs, and the goals of the message in order to adapt the presentation of mathematical information, both in oral and written forms;
- Solicit and integrate feedback about their work;
- Support classmates by giving objective, useful feedback.
(1) assignments
thesis abstract (5 points)
article analysis (5 points)
one-page thesis outline (5 points)
2–4 page thesis introduction (5 points)
10-page extended abstract (10 points)
(2) 3-minute oral presentation (20 points), weighted equally for content, speaking skills, visual aids, organization
The 20-minute oral presentation for MATH 499 credit will occur during MATH 498 class time.
20-minute oral presentation + 5 minutes for questions
Grading
REQUIREMENTS:
This course is delivered in person, on campus. Should public health guidelines recommend limits on in person gatherings, this course may include virtual meetings. As such, all students are recommended to have access to strong and reliable internet, the ability to scan documents (a phone app is acceptable) and access to a webcam and microphone (embedded in a computer is sufficient).
Materials
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.
Registrar Notes:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
SFU’s Academic Integrity website http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.
Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html