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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2010 - 2011
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Module Title |
Numerical Methods
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Module Code |
MS213
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School |
School of Mathematical Sciences
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Online Module Resources
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| Module Co-ordinator | Prof John Carroll | Office Number | X139 |
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Level |
2
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Credit Rating |
7.5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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² To introduce mathematics students to some core numerical analysis topics.² To communicate some of the issues which arise in seeking numerical solutions toanalytic problems.² To use C++ codes to implement some of the numerical algorithms discussed in lec-tures.² To apply some of the numerical algorithms to practical problems.
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Learning Outcomes
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² An intuitive and working understanding of some numerical methods for some selectedproblems of numerical analysis.² Some appreciation of the concept of error and the need to analyze and predict it.² Experience in the implementation of numerical methods.
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
36
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Tutorials |
11
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Laboratories |
8
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Seminars |
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Independent Learning Time |
57.5
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Total |
112.5
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Placements |
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Assignments |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 7.5 credit module load represents approximately 112.5 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 | 25% | Examination Weight | 75% |
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Indicative Reading List
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² K Atkinson & W Han, Elementary Numerical Analysis, 3rd Edition, John Wiley &Sons, Inc. 2004.² R L Burden & J D Faires, Numerical Analysis 7th edition, Brooks/Cole, 2001.² W Cheney & D Kincaid, Numerical Mathematics and Computing, 4th edition,Brooks/Cole, 1999.
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| ACM | BSc Actuarial Mathematics |
| CAFM | Common Entry into Mathematical Sciences |
| SHSA | Study Abroad (Science & Health) |
| SHSAO | Study Abroad (Science & Health) |
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