HKBU Summer Programmes for High School Students 2024 HKBU Summer Programmes for High School Students 2024

MASTERING CALCULUS: SIMPLE TOOLS FOR SOLVING REAL-LIFE PROBLEMS WITH MATHEMATICAL MODELS

Programme delivered by the Faculty of Science - Department of Mathematics

Objectives
 

In this programme, students can explore the use of advanced math to explain things we see in the real world like how populations increase, how spacecraft move in space, and how the weather changes. This programmer focuses on special types of math equations known as differential equations, which are crucial in fields like science and engineering. Students can learn how to apply calculus to predict certain outcomes, figure out ways to solve these complex equations with numerical methods and learn how to visualize the solutions.

Learning Outcomes
 

By joining our programme, students will:

  • learn how to transform real-world problems into meaningful mathematical models.
  • understand the basics of the taught approach to solving related problems.
  • learn how to apply the learned methodologies to solve similar problems encountered in future studies.
Programme Schedule

Date Time (HKT) Sessions
17 June 2024 (Mon) 2 pm - 4 pm Mastering Models: The Power of Differential Equations
19 June 2024 (Wed) 2 pm - 4 pm Practical Techniques: Numerical approaches to solve differential equations
21 June 2024 (Fri) 2 pm - 4 pm Bringing Math to Life: Modeling Real-World Problems
Programme Details
 
  • For overseas and Mainland High School Year-11 students or above.
  • 3 sessions of Zoom lectures will be conducted in English.
  • Participants who have some basic knowledge in calculus and linear algebra would be advantageous but not necessary.
  • Meet participants from around the world.
Programme Instructor(s)
 
Dr. Kei Fong Lam_V2 Dr. Kei Fong Lam_V2


Dr. Kei Fong Lam

Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science

About the Faculty of Science
 
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The Faculty of Science strives to play a leading role in science education and technological advancement by delivering excellence in teaching and learning, conducting cutting-edge academic research, and proactively contributing to the advancement of society.

The Faculty advocates cross-disciplinary approaches, with research activities focused on the environment and health, chemical biology, data analytics, and artificial intelligence. We offer exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary ventures and collaborations, and aim to inspire students to achieve academic excellence to leverage professional and intellectual demands. Our central facilities use the latest technologies for the development and implementation of advanced and innovative research.