 | Study programme | Français | |
 | Mathematical Introduction to Life Sciences | ||
Programme component of Bachelor's Degree in Medicine à la Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy |
| Code | Type | Head of UE | Department’s contact details | Teacher(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UM-B1-MEDECI-004-M | Compulsory UE | DUMONT Martine | M184 - Biomathématiques |
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| Language of instruction | Language of assessment | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Credits | Weighting | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Français | 20 | 24 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 3.00 | 3.00 |
| AA Code | Teaching Activity (AA) | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Term | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M-BIMA-101 | Mathematical Introduction to Life Sciences | 20 | 24 | 0 | 30 | 0 | Q1 | 100.00% |
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Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes
- Describe, organise, analyse and prioritise the phenomena observed in the medical field
- Understand the expression of biological realities in absolute or relative terms, the orders of magnitude, proportions and probability
- Understand and apply mathematical translations of large models and biological phenomena through abstract reasoning
- Understand and use different graphical representations of numerical values and their relationships
- Perceive spatial distribution, and understand two- and three-dimensional representations and interconvert them
- Develop reasoning skills
- Develop critical thinking, test and monitor conclusions understanding the domain of validity, and explore alternative hypotheses
Learning Outcomes of UE
Meaning of various mathematical operators and symbols to be met in any mathematical formulation.
Elements of calculus necessary for medical studies cursus
Content of UE
See'AA M-BIMA-101 Mathematical introduction to life sciences.
Very first principles of analysis (functions of one and several variables), elements of vectorial analysis, integrals, complex numbers, elements of differential equations.
Prior Experience
Mathematical elements required at the start of medical studies
Type of Assessment for UE in Q1
- Written examination
Q1 UE Assessment Comments
One question about theory, several questions about exercices. No MCQ.
Q2 UE Assessment Comments
Not applicable
Type of Assessment for UE in Q3
- Written examination
Q3 UE Assessment Comments
One question about theory, several questions about exercices. No MCQ.
Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)
- Written examination
Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)
One question about theory, several questions about exercices. No MCQ.
Type of Teaching Activity/Activities
| AA | Type of Teaching Activity/Activities |
|---|---|
| M-BIMA-101 |
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Mode of delivery
| AA | Mode of delivery |
|---|---|
| M-BIMA-101 |
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Required Reading
| AA | Required Reading |
|---|---|
| M-BIMA-101 | Note de cours - Introduction mathématique aux sciences de la vie. Transparents - Martine Dumont Notes d'exercices - Partie 1 - Introduction mathématique aux sciences de la vie. Syllabus d'exercices. - Martine Dumont Notes d'exercices - Partie 2 - Introduction mathématique aux sciences de la vie. Syllabus d'exercices: solutions. - Martine Dumont |
Required Learning Resources/Tools
| AA | Required Learning Resources/Tools |
|---|---|
| M-BIMA-101 | Not applicable |
Recommended Reading
| AA | Recommended Reading |
|---|---|
| M-BIMA-101 |
Recommended Learning Resources/Tools
| AA | Recommended Learning Resources/Tools |
|---|---|
| M-BIMA-101 | Not applicable |
Other Recommended Reading
| AA | Other Recommended Reading |
|---|---|
| M-BIMA-101 | Stewart J Analyse Vol I et II, (De Boeck) (partim) |
Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next
| AA | Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next |
|---|---|
| M-BIMA-101 | Autorisé |