Applied Numerical Analysis 

Course ID:  B7203U47

Credits: 3

Objective: This course covers fundamental theories in numerical analysis. Students should be able to apply numerical methods to solve problems in engineering. This course is divided into six parts: 

(1) modeling, computers, and error analysis; 

(2) roots and optimization; 

(3) linear systems; 

(4) curve fitting; 

(5) integration and differentiation; 

(6) ordinary differential equations.

Course Prerequisites: MATLAB 

Outline:

(1) modeling, computers, and error analysis; 

(2) roots and optimization; 

(3) linear systems; 

(4) curve fitting; 

(5) integration and differentiation; 

(6) ordinary differential equations.

Teaching Method:  In-class Lecture

Reference:  

1.Numerical Methods using MALAB, Steven C. Chapra, 3rd Edition. 

2.Numerical Methods for Engineers, Chapra & Canale, 7th Edition. 

3.Applied Numerical Analysis, C.F. Gerald and P.D. Wheatley, Sixth Edition. 

4.Numerical Analysis, R.L. Burden and J.D. Faires, Seventh Edition. 

5.Numerical Methods using MALAB, G. Lindfield and J. Penny, Second Edition.

Course Schedule (subject to change): 

Complete the above course outline according to the semester schedule.

Evaluation: 

Mainly includes the following four items, scored in appropriate proportions:

1.Computer Assignments

2.Regular Tests

3.Midterm Exam

4.Final Exam"