Course Description

Numerical solution of simple mathematical models frequently encountered by engineers. Roots of nonlinear equations, solutions of system of linear equations, regression and interpolation, numerical differentiation and integration, and solution of ordinary differential equations.

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Athena Title

Numerical Method for Engineers

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Equivalent Courses

Not open to students with credit in CVLE 2710

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Non-Traditional Format

This course will be taught 95% or more online.

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Prerequisite

(ENGR 1140 or ENGR 1140H) and MATH 2500

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Pre or Corequisite

MATH 2700

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Semester Course Offered

Offered summer semester every year.

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Grading System

A - F (Traditional)

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Student learning Outcomes

• The typical sources and manufacturing procedures.
• Students will determine roots of nonlinear equations.
• Students will solve a system of linear equations.
• Students will apply numerical equivalents of differentiation and integration.
• Students will solve ordinary differential equations numerically.
• Students will develop computer programs to implement basic numerical algorithms using user-defined and built-in functions.

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Topical Outline

• Basics of numerical analysis-mathematical models, accuracy and error analysis
• Roots of nonlinear equations
• System of linear equations
• Curve fitting (regression and interpolation)
• Numerical differentiation and integration
• Numerical solutions to ordinary differential equations
• Computer programs to implement basic numerical algorithms

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Institutional Competencies Learning Outcomes

Analytical Thinking

The ability to reason, interpret, analyze, and solve problems from a wide array of authentic contexts.

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