Numerical Modeling (MAF310)

The course is an introduction to numerical mathematics, with basic theory and methods for solving numerical computational problems with and without the use of computers. 


Course description for study year 2022-2023

Facts

Course code

MAF310

Version

1

Credits (ECTS)

5

Semester tution start

Autumn

Number of semesters

1

Exam semester

Autumn

Language of instruction

English

Offered by
Time table

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Content

The course consists of two parts: a theoretical (I) and a laboratory based (II)

Part I: Basic theory and methods for numerical problemsolving with or without a computer.

Part II: Computer lab giving an introduction to practical use of computers for scientific and technical calculations.

Learning outcome

After completion of the course the student
  • Should have knowledge about fundamental algorithms and terminology within numerical mathematics
  • Should be able to apply these algorithms to analyse propagation of errors and solve equations and differential equations

Required prerequisite knowledge

None

Recommended prerequisites

FYS100 Mechanics, MAT200 Mathematical Methods 2, MAT210 Real and Complex Calculus, RED102 Physics for data/electro

Exam

Written exam and 2 assignments

Form of assessment Weight Duration Marks Aid
Written exam 3/4 4 Hours Letter grades
2 assignments 1/4 Letter grades

All evaluation elements must be passed in order to get a final grade in the subject.Candidates with non-passing the assignment may re-take the assignment next time the course has regular teaching.Permitted aids for exam are simple approved calculator.

Course teacher(s)

Course coordinator:

Eero Aleksi Kurkela

Head of Department:

Bjørn Henrik Auestad

Method of work

Lectures and exercises (4 hours/week)

Overlapping courses

Course Reduction (SP)
Numerical Modeling (MAF300_1) 5

Open for

Bachelor level at Faculty og Science and Technology

Master level at Faculty of Science and Technology.

Course assessment

Form and/or discussion.

Literature

The syllabus can be found in Leganto