MATH 2072U – Computational Science I

This course provides an overview of and practical experience in using algorithms for solving numerical problems arising in applied sciences. Topics include: computer arithmetic, solution of nonlinear equations in a single variable, interpolation and data-fitting, numerical differentiation and integration, solution of differential equations, and elements of numerical linear algebra. Students will use computer software such as Maple or Matlab in the solution of numerical problems.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Tutorial hours: 1
Prerequisite(s): CSCI 2000U and MATH 1020U and (MATH 1850U or MATH 2050U)
Credit restriction(s): CSCI 2072U and MATH 2070U
Cross-listed: CSCI 2072U