Training in the use of current modelling tools: various simulation and modeling toolboxes in Matlab, Comsol multiphysics, eCell, mCell and VirtualCell.
FSK3516 Mathematical Modeling in Cellular Biophysics 6.0 credits

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Course syllabus FSK3516 (Autumn 2018–)Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The course will provide an introduction to deeper studies of various tools for modeling of biological processes, with a focus on the modeling of cell physiology. The aim of the course for the student to ultimately be able to choose the right tools for in-depth studies of cellular systems.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
The student should have been accepted as a PhD student.
Literature
Distributed material as well as online material for the various tools
Examination and completion
Grading scale
Examination
- PRO1 - Project work, 6.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
PRO1) project work, 6.0 credits, grading scale: P/F
Other requirements for final grade
The examination takes place at a seminar and with a written report where the student reports results and makes a comparative analysis of the different tools chosen for the project work.
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.