Course - Numerical Methods - MA2501
Numerical Methods
Choose study yearThis course is no longer taught and is only available for examination.
About
About the course
Course content
Solution of linear systems of equations. Interpolation and the least square method. Numerical differentiation and integration. Non-linear equations and systems of equations. Numerical solution of ordinary and partial differential equations. Programming of numerical methods.
Learning outcome
1. Knowledge. The student is familiar with selected algorithms for numerical solution of linear and nonlinear equations, differential equations and integration, and knows how these algorithms are developed and analyzed. The student is familiar with central concepts such as error sources, convergence and stability.
2. Skills. The student is able to choose a suitable numerical algorithm for a given mathematical problem, to implement this method, and to critically evaluate the result. Moreover, the student is capable of developing (further) simple numerical algorithms and to analyze these.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, project and exercises. Some of the exercises will be compulsory.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Further on evaluation
The re-sit examination may be given as an oral examination. The re-sit exam is in August. Students are free to choose Norwegian or English for written assessments.
Recommended previous knowledge
The course is based on MA1101 Basic caluculus I, MA1102 Basic caluculus II, MA1103 Vector calculus, MA1201 Linear algebra og geometry, MA1202 Linear algebra with applications, TMA4120 Mathematics 4K.
Course materials
Will be announced at the start of the course.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| TMA4215 | 7.5 sp | Spring 2006 |
| TMA4200 | 3.7 sp | Spring 2006 |
| TMA4210 | 3.7 sp | Spring 2006 |
| SIF5045 | 3.7 sp | Spring 2006 |
| TMA4320 | 3.7 sp | Autumn 2015 |
Subject areas
- Mathematics