MAT9004 Mathematical foundations for data science and AI
Faculty of Information Technology
MAT9004 Mathematical foundations for data science and AI is a level 9, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Information Technology, offered in 2022 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton and Monash Online. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 3 units, leading on to 19 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2022
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Clayton, Monash Online
- Assessment
- Exam 120%
- and 5 other tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2022 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before MAT9004
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After MAT9004
3 units list MAT9004 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: VCE Specialist Mathematics units 3 and 4 or Mathematical Methods units 3 and 4 with a study score of at least 25 or Further maths with a study score of at least 35.
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
Mathematical topics fundamental to computing and statistics including trees and other graphs, counting in combinatorics, principles of elementary probability theory, linear algebra, and fundamental concepts of calculus in one and several variables.
Offerings in 2022
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Teaching period 1 | Monash Online | Online |
| Teaching period 4 | Monash Online | Online |
Assessment
- Continuous assessmentOther40%
- Scheduled final assessment (3 hours and 10 minutes)ExamThreshold hurdle60%
- Continuous assessmentOtherThreshold hurdle40%
- Scheduled final assessment (3 hours and 10 minutes)ExamThreshold hurdle60%
- Assignment 1Assignment30%
- Assignment 2Assignment30%
- Mathematical challengeOther40%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Use trees and graphs to solve problems in computer science;
- 2
Apply counting principles in combinatorics;
- 3
Describe the principles of elementary probability theory, evaluate conditional probabilities and use Bayes' Theorem;
- 4
Demonstrate basic knowledge and skills of linear algebra, including the manipulation of matrices, solution of linear systems, and evaluate and apply determinants;
- 5
Explain fundamental concepts in calculus including basic differentiation and integration, and composite, inverse and parametric functions;
- 6
Perform key skills in the calculus of functions of several variables including the calculation of partial derivatives, find tangent planes and identify stationary points, root findings and convexity for optimisation.
Workload and teaching
- Lectures36 hours
- Applied sessions18 hours
- Workshops12 hours
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachPeer assisted learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled online and face to face learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated reading and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning and online engagement.
On-campus and Monash Online
On-campus
Learning resources
Recommended resources
This unit covers many standard mathematical skills, so you'll find many useful resources online.
We recommend the following sections of Strang's "Calculus"
Functions: 1.1, 1.2
Single variable calculus: 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 3.2, 5.1, 5.2, 6.2, 6.4
Linear algebra: 11.2, 11.4, 11.5, 16.1
Multivariable calculus: 13.1, 13.2, 13.4
Probability: 8.4
Graphs and combinatorics: 16.3
Where it fits
MAT9004 is part of 2 areas of study in the 2022 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Gregory Markowsky
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MAT9004?
MAT9004 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after MAT9004?
MAT9004 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 3 units, including FIT5047, FIT5197 and ITO5197. Those lead on to 19 units in all.
When is MAT9004 offered?
In 2022, MAT9004 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton and Monash Online, with an online option.
How much work is MAT9004?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does MAT9004 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 120% of the final mark, alongside 6 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include MAT9004?
MAT9004 is part of Atmospheric science and Earth science.