EG5501 - Numerical Methods

Credit points:	03
Year:	2006
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 work individually and independently.

Availabilities
, , Study Period 3
Census Date 27-Jan-2006
Face to face teaching 30-Jan-2006 to 17-Feb-2006
Coordinator:	jc146723
Contact hours:	20 hours 10 hours 20 hours
Assessment:	(50%); (50%).
Restrictions:	An enrolment quota applies to this offering.
, , Study Period 8
Census Date 08-Sep-2006
Face to face teaching 28-Aug-2006 to 15-Sep-2006
Coordinator:	jc146723
Contact hours:	20 hours 10 hours 20 hours
Assessment:	(50%); (50%).
Restrictions:	An enrolment quota applies to this offering.

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