Undergraduate Course: Numerical Algorithms (Ord) (MATH09020)
Course Outline
| School |
School of Mathematics |
College |
College of Science and Engineering |
| Course type |
Standard |
Availability |
Available to all students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 09 (Year 3 Undergraduate) |
Credits |
10 |
| Home subject area |
Mathematics |
Other subject area |
Specialist Mathematics & Statistics (Ordinary) |
| Course website |
http://student.maths.ed.ac.uk/ |
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| Course description |
This 3rd year course is an introduction to iterative numerical methods. The course considers the solution of linear and nonlinear algebraic systems, as well as ordinary differential equations. |
Entry Requirements
| Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites |
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| Prohibited Combinations |
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Other requirements |
None
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| Additional Costs |
None |
Course Delivery Information
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
1. Knowledge of basic methods for analysing iteration using eigenvalues and error estimates.
2. Understand elementary methods for nonlinear equations and systems.
3. Knowledge of basic techniques of numerical linear algebra.
4. Familiarity with techniques for analysis of numerical methods for ordinary differential equations, including implicit methods. |
Assessment Information
30% continuous assessment
70% examination |
| Please see Visiting Student Prospectus website for Visiting Student Assessment information |
Special Arrangements
| Not entered |
Contacts
| Course organiser |
Dr Bruce Worton
Tel: (0131 6)50 4884
Email: Bruce.Worton@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary |
Mrs Katherine Mcphail
Tel: (0131 6)50 4885
Email: k.mcphail@ed.ac.uk |
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