Mathematica for the Classroom and Research

Speaker: Craig Bauling

Affiliation: Mathematica

Time: Monday 14/05/2012 from 14:00 to 15:00

Venue: Access Grid UWS. Presented from Parramatta (EB.1.32), accessible from Campbelltown (26.1.50) and Penrith (Y239).

Abstract:

Join Craig Bauling as he guides us through the capabilities of Mathematica. Craig will demonstrate the key features that are directly applicable for use in teaching and research on campus. Topics of this technical talk include:

• Mathematica's natural English language interface
• 2D and 3D information visualization
• Creating interactive models that encourage student participation and learning
• Practical applications in Economics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Engineering and Mathematics
• On-demand Chemical, Biological, Economic and Social data

Prior knowledge of Mathematica is not required - new users are encouraged. Current users will benefit from seeing the many improvements and new features of Mathematica 8 (http://www.wolfram.com/mathematica/new-in-8/).

This is a great opportunity to get faculty not experienced with Mathematica involved and excited. Students are welcome as well.

Biography: Craig Bauling holds a MBA from Northern Illinois University, a BS in Mathematics from Western Illinois University and an AS in Engineering from Sauk Valley Community College. Craig has over 6 years teaching experience including Community College, High School and Jr High experience. He joined Wolfram Research in 2008 and his current role is to help schools and universities leverage Mathematica's capabilities for their teaching and research.