Numerical methods
J Jeavons
4 points * Two 1-hour lectures per week, one 1-hour tutorial * Second semester * Clayton * Prerequisites: MAT1022 and one of MAT1011, MAT1051 * Prohibitions: MAA2032, MAT2930
Numerical solution of non-linear equations and systems. Solution of systems of linear equations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors of matrices. Spline curve fitting and least squares methods. Numerical integration and solution of differential equations.
Assessment
Tests/assignments: 15% * Examination (1.5 hours): 85%
Recommended texts
Atkinson K An introduction to numerical analysis Wiley, 1989
Burden R and Faires J Numerical analysis PWS-Kent, 1989