There will be two noteworthy undergraduate courses in the Spring 2004 Semester: Professor Porter's Introduction to Mathematical Modeling,
and Professor Croot's Arithmetic Combinatorics class.
Concerning the Mathematical Modeling, Professor Porter write:
The purpose of this course is to introduce undergraduates in math,
science, and engineering (and interested graduate students) to the
rudiments of mathematical modeling with a case study approach. We will
consider both continuous and discrete systems and applications from
numerous scientific disciplines. We will also consider topics (such
as small world networks) in which many scientists are currently actively
engaged in fascinating research in applied mathematics.
There will also be some room for student input when deciding precisely
which topics are covered and students who take the course will have the
opportunity to work on a project of their own choosing.
Anybody interested in discussing this course with me is encouraged to
e-mail me at mason@math.gatech.edu or to come by my office (120 Skiles).