Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives The student is expected to acquire a knowledge and understanding of the use of numerical techniques for solving mathematical problems. Practical problems will be solved on computers. The student should be able to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different techniques, as well as an awareness of what other approaches are available when the techniques fail.
Synopsis This course will deal with numerical methods for solving common problems in science and engineering. The implementation of these methods will require competent use of computers, as well as an understanding of the mathematics underlying the various techniques. Basic techniques will be introduced for the solution of systems of linear and non-linear equations, eigenproblems, curve-fitting via least squares, interpolation, numerical integration and ordinary differential equations.
Assessment Examinations (1.5 hours): 71% + Assignments: 21% + Tests: 8%