School of Mathematics
University of Minnesota
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Math 5490 Fall 2023
Topics in Applied Mathematics

Introduction to the Mathematics of Climate

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Syllabus

Lectures:   1:25 - 3:20 pm TuTh, 162 Amundson Hall
Instructor:    Professor Richard McGehee
Office Hours:    Mondays: 9:30-10:30
  Zoom: https://umn.zoom.us/j/93902342587?pwd=Z0tVaWltSnlpSng0UjZsaUFZVXp0dz09
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 3:30 - 4:30
  458 Vincent Hall
 
Textbook:    Hans Kaper and Hans Engler, Mathematics and Climate, SIAM, 2013
 
Course Grade:   
Homework  40
Project  50
Subjective Evaluation*   10
Total 100

* The subjective evaluation includes class participation and effort.

 
Project:    Each student must complete a class project according to the following schedule. Students are expected to discuss the project with the instructor before the preliminary proposal is due on October 1. Group projects are acceptable, subject to instructor approval.
Milestones    Format    Due Date
Preliminary Proposal   Written, < 1 page   October 3
Instructor Feedback       October 10
Final Proposal   Written, < 5 pages   October 17
Instructor Approval       October 24
Progress Report   Written, < 5 pages   November 7
Instructor Feedback       November 14
Progress Report   Written, < 5 pages   November 21
Instructor Feedback       November 28
Project Due   Written or Oral   December 5
Last update: October 9, 2023
©2023 Richard McGehee