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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2003 - 2004
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Module Title |
Engineering Computation III
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Module Code |
MM281
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School |
School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
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Online Module Resources
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| Module Co-ordinator | Dr Alan Kennedy | Office Number | S367 |
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Level |
2
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Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
MM181, MM182
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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1. To introduce advanced numerical methods.
2. To cover the use of Excel for the solution of engineering problems.
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Learning Outcomes
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After completing the module students should be able to:
1. Efficiently create Excel spreadsheets for the solution of engineering problems.
2. Implement numerical methods in Excel and use Excels built-in calculation facilities.
3. Understand a range of numerical methods and their limitations.
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
24
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Tutorials |
24
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Laboratories |
0
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Seminars |
0
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Independent Learning Time |
27
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Total |
75
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Placements |
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Assignments |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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| Assessment | | Continuous Assessment | 50% | Examination Weight | 50% |
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Indicative Reading List
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1. Chapra, S., Canale, R., Numerical Methods for Engineers, 3rd Ed., McGraw-Hill, 1998
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| BME | BEng Manufacturing Engineering &Business |
| CAM | BEng C.A. Mechanical & Manufacturing Eng |
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