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Numerical Methods using MATLAB (Fall 2003)

Course code : XNUMLAB-U1
ECTS Credits : 5 Status : Optional
Revised : 10/09 2003 Written : 17/06 2003
Placement : 6. semester Hours per week : 4
Length : 1 semester Teaching Language : English

Objective : The purpose of Numerical Analysis is the design of techniques for computers for the solution of mathematical problems. Emphasis is placed on understanding why numerical methods work and their limitations. The focus will be on applications within different fields: Economics, Physics, Electronics and Ecosystems.
Principal Content : Introduction to MATLAB. Error Analysis. The solution of Non-linear Equations: f(x)=0. The solution of Linear Systems: AX=B. Numerical Differentiation and Integration. Solution of Differential Equations.
Teaching method : Lectures, classroom exercises, computer based assignments. Group Work.
Required prequisites : For Export Engineering students:
1st and 2nd semester and a minimum of 130 ECTS.
Recommended prerequisites : For non-Export Engineering students:
An elementary course in programming.
Relations : -
Type of examination : Project
External examiner : Internal
Marking : Scale of 13
Remarks : Approval of 3 labs/assignment.
Teaching material : Numerical Methods Using MATLAB, by John H. Mathews and Kurtis D. Fink.
Responsible teacher : Ulrik Fønss , ufon@dtu.dk