Course - Introduction to Scientific Computation - TMA4320
TMA4320 - Introduction to Scientific Computation
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 55/100 | 4 hours | ||
| Portfolio | 45/100 |
Course content
The course consists of two equal parts: theoretical and practical/computational. The theoretical part of the course introduces the participants to scientific computing/numerical mathematics and prepares them for the computational part. The latter consists of three compulsory projects originating from physics, biophysics and mathematics. Potential topics for the numerical mathematics part are numerical linear algebra and numerical solution for ordinary differential equations.
Learning outcome
A student successfully meeting all the learning objectives of this course will be able to: (1) mathematically formulate specific problems from physics and biophysics; (2) explain and use specific numerical methods to solve these problems; (3) implement certain numerical algorithms on a computer; (4) critically assess the obtained numerical results; (5) communicate the findings in a form of a report.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and exercises.
Further on evaluation
There will be three projects. These will be evaluated and count towards the total grade of the portfolio assessment in the course. Letter grades are only given on the portfolio assessment in its entirety. There will be a digital exam at the end of the semester. Both the portfolio assessment and the exam must be passed to pass the course. The re-take examination (in August) may be changed from written to oral.
In the case that the student receives an F/Fail as a final grade after both ordinary and re-sit exam, then the student must retake the course in its entirety. Submitted work that counts towards the final grade will also have to be retaken.
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic courses in Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science (programming).
Course materials
Will be announced at the start of the course.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA2501 | 3.7 | AUTUMN 2015 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Examination
Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD School exam 55/100 2025-05-21 15:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL310 lilla sone Sluppenvegen 14 12 SL310 blå sone Sluppenvegen 14 48 SL310 turkis sone Sluppenvegen 14 25 SL310 hvit sone Sluppenvegen 14 42 - Spring ORD Portfolio 45/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Summer UTS School exam 55/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"