Introduction to Math Modeling
What do you need math for? It turns out, almost everything! Mathematical models are powerful tools that can help us understand and predict phenomena in science and engineering, including the spread of diseases, waves in the ocean, the value of companies in the stock market, the way air moves around a jet plane and so much more. This course will incorporate a mix of lectures, in-depth discussions of examples, and hands-on exercises and projects. You’ll meet people from a variety of fields, who will show you how math is applied in their discipline. You’ll also have the opportunity to investigate or extend a mathematical model discussed in class as your final project.
What You'll Learn
- The many ways mathematics can be used in science, business and research
- How to comfortably solve a variety of algebraic problems, why solutions work and what the answers mean
- Terminology of mathematical modeling and differential equations
- Algebraic, geometric and graphical reasoning to recognize patterns and structures
Who Should Register
This course is for incoming ninth to 12th graders. You should have a basic understanding of algebra and a curiosity about mathematics. Expect to learn at a fast pace.
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More Information
This in-person course is taught on the UW Seattle campus.
See the Policies page for details about registration policies, refunds, waitlists and more.
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Details
Aug 12–Aug 23, 2024A-1 |
Day Mon–Fri |
Time 9 a.m.–12 p.m. |
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Location UW Seattle |
Cost $750 |
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Refund Deadline Jul 1, 2024 |
Status Closed |
Aug 12–Aug 23, 2024A-2 |
Day Mon–Fri |
Time 1 p.m.–4 p.m. |
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Location UW Seattle |
Cost $750 |
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Refund Deadline Jul 1, 2024 |
Status Closed |
