Mathematics in the natural sciences Field of study: Environmental Protection
Programme code: W2-S1OS19.2023

Module name: Mathematics in the natural sciences
Module code: 1OS_23_04
Programme code: W2-S1OS19.2023
Semester:
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the module is to transfer knowledge in the field of mathematics for the needs of natural sciences. Particular emphasis is placed on the selection of appropriate tools for the mathematical description of natural phenomena. During the course, students improve computational, analytical and numerical skills as well as interpreting the results obtained and drawing conclusions.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student is able to plan mathematical calculations for the indicated natural/environmental problem [01]
 1OS_W02 [2/5] 1OS_W07 [2/5] 1OS_U01 [3/5] 1OS_U02 [2/5] 1OS_U04 [2/5] 1OS_U07 [3/5]
The student is able to use existing mathematical models to describe a given phenomenon [02]
 1OS_W01 [1/5] 1OS_W02 [2/5] 1OS_W07 [1/5] 1OS_W15 [4/5] 1OS_U02 [2/5]
Uses available mathematical software [03]
 1OS_W02 [1/5] 1OS_W07 [3/5] 1OS_U07 [2/5]
He is able to interpret the results obtained and understands the need to include assumptions in the model. [04]
 1OS_U02 [1/5] 1OS_U04 [2/5] 1OS_U08 [3/5] 1OS_K02 [1/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [01] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04]  		course work 01 02 04
laboratory classes [02] 30 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work 01 02 03 04
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
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Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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