Offered in Spring, 2005:

Math 4490: Special Topics in Mathematics

Mathematical Biology

Taught by Dr. Burke

MW 2-3:15pm

Prerequisite: Any ONE of: Math 3310, Biol 3300, Biol 3370, Chem 3050, or permission of the

This course will introduce students to the application of mathematical methods to biological and medical problems. Project teams will be made up of students with varied backgrounds -- some in mathematics, some in biology, some in chemistry. Student teams will develop, evaluate, and present mathematical models of biological, medical, and biochemical systems. Biological systems considered will include ecology, epidemiology (including issues of national security), enzyme kinetics, and the chemostat.

This course can satisfy the requirement for a Capstone Experience in the Mathematics Major. It can also satisfy the requirement for Related Studies in the Biology Major and the Chemistry Major, and the Supporting Disciplines Elective in the Biochemistry Major.