AMATH 345Data-Driven Mathematical Models

Units: 0.50
Faculty: Mathematics
Subject: Applied Mathematics

When it runs

Ran in 2 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

An introduction to data-driven mathematical methods for modelling and prediction of complex systems in science, medicine, and technology. Topics include singular value decomposition, sparsity and compressed sensing, calibration and parameter inference for differential equation models, as well as neural networks and data-driven methods for dynamical systems. Throughout the course, students will learn to use modern data science methods and apply recent advances in data-driven methods to a wide range of applications.

Prerequisites

Complete all of the following
- Must have completed at least 1 of the following:
  - AMATH250 - Introduction to Differential Equations (0.50)
  - AMATH251 - Introduction to Differential Equations (Advanced Level) (0.50)
  - MATH228 - Differential Equations for Physics and Chemistry (0.50)
- Must have completed at least 1 of the following:
  - CS114 - Principles of Computing for Science (0.50)
  - CS116 - Introduction to Computer Science 2 (0.50)
  - CS136 - Elementary Algorithm Design and Data Abstraction (0.50)
  - CS146 - Elementary Algorithm Design and Data Abstraction (Advanced Level) (0.50)
- Must have completed at least 1 of the following:
  - PHYS267 - Probability, Statistics, and Data Analysis for Physics and Astronomy (0.50)
  - STAT202 - Introductory Statistics for Scientists (0.50)
  - STAT206 - Statistics for Software Engineering (0.50)
  - STAT221 - Statistics (Non-Specialist Level) (0.50)
  - STAT231 - Statistics (0.50)
  - STAT241 - Statistics (Advanced Level) (0.50)

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

Fall 2026 sections

Enrolment from UW Open Data, which can trail Quest by up to two days. Instructors and rooms: Schedule of Classes.
Section	Class	Enrolled	Meets
LEC 001	6758	46 / 60	MW 11:30–12:50

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Calendar versions

Undergraduate Calendar

2025–26
2026–27 (shown here)
2019–20 and earlier on ucalendar