MAT2912

Mathematical methods with applications II

(ENG)

Dr Steven Siems

4 points + 36 lectures and 11 support/practice classes + Second semester + Clayton/Caulfield + Prerequisite: ENG1902 + Corequisite: ENG1603 + Prohibitions: MAT2902, MAT2920, MAT2930 or MAC2912

Synopsis: Linear algebra: solution of nxn linear systems, eigenvalue problems, ill-conditioning, iterative methods. Solution of nonlinear equations: bracketing and Newton methods; interpolation and least-squares curve fitting. Ordinary differential equations: revision of first-order and second-order constant coefficient DEs, initial and boundary-value problems, analytical and numerical approaches.

Assessment: Examination (2 hours): 70% + Tests and assignments: 30%