Catalog Description:
Scientific programming methods, solution of simultaneous linear and non-linear equations, iterative techniques, matrix methods, error analysis, development of specific and general algorithms. 2.0 hours discussion, 2.0 hours activity. Formerly CSCI 165.
Course Objectives:
The objectives are:
For the student to gain a working knowledge of numerical methods programming by solving homework problems and writing computer programs for numerical analysis.
For the student to gain an understanding of the limits of numerical methods as well as to understand what is inside the standard numerical analysis computer packages.
For the student to learn how to solve real world science and engineering problems using numerical methods.
Course Outcomes:
The students will be able to:
Understand the basics of numerical analysis
Solve real world engineering and science problems using numerical methods
Understand the limits as well as the strengths of numerical methods for problem solving
Write numerical methods programs with understanding of the algorithms used
Class Schedule:
One hundred fifty minutes of lecture per week
Accreditation Category Content:
This course contains a significant portion of Problem Analysis and Solutions Design
Topic
Percentage
Hours
Algorithms
50%
22.5
Data Structures
10%
4.5
Software Design
10%
4.5
Concepts of Programming
25%
11
Computer Organization and Architecture
5%
2
Relationship of Course to Program Objectives:
This course supports the achievement of the following program objectives:
All students will be able to analyze and solve computing problems, or problems in related areas, and to continually upgrade their knowledge and skills.
College of Engineering, Computer
Science, & Construction Management
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA 95929-0003
530-898-5963 webmaster@ecst.csuchico.edu
