EG5501 - Numerical Methods
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2005 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 2 |
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Topics include: Numerical modelling techniques, discretization of partial differential equations, finite difference, finite element and finite volume methods. Solution of linear systems: Gaussian elimination, relaxation methods, conjugate gradient and multigrid methods. Grid generation: the mapping concept, interpolants and algebraic grids.
Learning Outcomes
- To provide an overview of numerical modelling as applied to computational engineering;
- To provide an introduction to programming.
Graduate Qualities
- The ability to define and to solve problems in at least one discipline area;
- The ability to calculate, produce, interpret and communicate numerical information;
- The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner.
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| , , Study Period 3 | |
| Census Date 21-Jan-2005 | |
| Face to face teaching 31-Jan-2005 to 18-Feb-2005 | |
| Coordinator: | jc146723 |
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| Assessment: | (50%); (50%). |
| , , Study Period 8 | |
| Census Date 31-Aug-2005 | |
| Face to face teaching 29-Aug-2005 to 15-Sep-2005 | |
| Coordinator: | jc146723 |
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| Assessment: | (50%); (50%). |
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