Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2027 - MATH 498 D100

Communication and Research Skills in the Mathematical Sciences (1)

Class Number: 2985

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 5 – Apr 12, 2027: Thu, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Instructor:

    Ben Ashby

  • 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.

Department Undergraduate Notes:

Final Examinations: Students are expected to remain available for the entire final examination period published in the Academic Calendar. Travel, employment, and other personal commitments should be planned accordingly. Such commitments do not normally constitute grounds for alternative examination arrangements.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

At SFU, you are expected to act honestly and responsibly in all your academic work. Cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty harms your own learning, undermines the efforts of your classmates who pursue their studies honestly, and goes against the core values of the university.

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.