Math348 - Numerical Methods

Basic Information
Course Title: Numerical Methods

Code: Math 348

Hours: 5 Lecture: 2 Tutorial: 0 Practical: 2 Credit hours: 3

Academic Year/Level: Year: 2nd Term: Spring

Specialization: Mathematics

Catalog Description:
Solutions of nonlinear equations in one variable: Bisection, Newton, Fixed point and
Secant methods, interpolation and approximation: Lagrange Polynomial, divided
differences, Hermite interpolating polynomial, numerical differentiation and
integration (quadrature formulas), direct method for solving linear system,
numerical methods for solving nonlinear systems of equations, numerical solutions
of ODEs.

Prerequisite:
Math241
Prerequisite to:
Math 454

Course Objectives:
The aim is to teach the student various topics in Numerical Analysis such as solutions of nonlinear
equations in one variable, interpolation and approximation, numerical differentiation and integration, direct
methods for solving linear systems, numerical solution of ordinary differential equations.

Course Outcomes:
1) Knowledge and Understanding: Students are able to understand the nature and operations of
Numerical Analysis, demonstrate familiarity with theories and concepts used in Numerical
Analysis and identify the steps required to carry out a piece of research on a topic in
Numerical Analysis, derivation of the Numerical Methods, studying their convergence rate
and performance, applicability of the methods on different test examples.

2) Intellectual Skills: By the end of the course the student is expected to solve real -life
and Engineering applications reflecting the student ability to:
 Recognize and apply appropriate theories, principles and concepts relevant to Numerical
Analysis.
  B2 Critically assess and evaluate the literature within the field of Numerical Analysis.
 B3 Analyze and interpret information from a variety of sources relevant to Numerical
Analysis.

2) Practical Skills: By the end of the course student will have the ability to compare the
computational methods for advantages and drawback, choose the suitable computational
method among several existing methods , implement the computational methods using any of
existing programming languages, test such methods and compare between them, identify the
suitable computational technique for a specific type of problems and develop the
computational method that is suitable for the underlying problem.

3) Transferable Skills: Within the lectures the student is able to transfer ideas and experience
Numerical Analysis Techniques, work effectively both in a team and independently, apply the
best computational methods to solve real-life and Engineering applications via computational
packages such as MATLAB or Mathematica and develop his ability to self appraise and reflect on
practice relevant to Numerical Analysis.

Student Outcomes:
K1-Knowledge of basic theorems and concepts in the different areas of mathematics
I2-Ability to consider problems that could be solved by implementing concepts from different areas
in mathematics
P1-Efficient use of computers, laboratories and softwares to handle problems that are difficult to be
solved manually
P2-Understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities
P3- Efficient use of the techniques, skills, and tools of modern mathematics

Schedule:

Week No Topics
1 Error Analysis
2 Numerical method for non linear equations (Fixed point
method)
3 Numerical method for non linear equations (Newton and secant
methods)
4 Interpolation (Lagrange interpolation)
5 Interpolation (Hermite interpolation)
6 Interpolation (Divided difference method)
7 Numerical differentiation (first order )
8 Numerical differentiation (second order )
9 Numerical integration (Simpson formula)
10 Numerical integration (quadrature formulas)
11 Numerical Methods for Ordinary Differential Equations
(Definitions and Examples)
12 Numerical Methods for Ordinary Differential Equations
(Euler’s explicit scheme )
13 Numerical Methods for Ordinary Differential Equations
(Euler’s implicit scheme )
14 Numerical Methods for Ordinary Differential Equations
(Cranck Nicolson scheme )
15 Numerical Methods for Ordinary Differential Equations
 (error analysis)
16 Final exam

Teaching and Learning Methods

The course comprises a combination of lectures, practical sessions and tutorial sessions.

Assess. Start Week Submission Weight of

Type To assess
No. No. Week No. Assess.
1 Midterm Evaluation K1,I2, 8 8 30%
2 Quiz 1 I2 4 4 15%
3 Quiz 2 P1,P3 12 12 15%
4 Final Exam I2,P2,P3 16 16 40%
Total 100%

Teaching and Learning Methods for Students with Special Needs:

 Consulting with lecturer during office hours.
 Consulting with teaching assistant during office hours.
 Private sessions for redelivering the lecture contents.

Student Assessment Methods, Schedule and Grading

Evaluation:
The weight (tentative) in final grade to midterms, home works etc. is as follows:
Quizzes: (30%)
Midterm Evaluation: (30%)
Final exam: (40%)

Policies:
As set by BAU regulations, and specified in Student Manual, students who miss more than one-
fifth of the sessions of any course in the first ten weeks of the semester will be required to
withdraw from the course with a grade of “WF”.
References:
 Course Notes
 Textbook
- Iserles, A First Course in the Numerical Analysis of Differential Equations,
Cambridge University Press, 2008
 Recommended Textbook:
- Iserles, A First Course in the Numerical Analysis of Differential Equations,
Cambridge University Press, 2008.
- A. Neumaier, Introduction to Numerical Analysis, Cambridge University Press,
2001.
- C. F. Gerald and P.O. Wheatley, Applied Numerical Analysis, Addison-Wesley,
2004.
- S.C. Chapra, Applied Numerical Methods - With MATLAB for Engineering and
Science, McGraw-Hill, 2005.
- Kendall E. Atkinson, Elementary Numerical Analysis, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.,
2004.
 - Suli, Introduction to Numerical Analysis, Cambridge University Press, 2003.
- R.L Burden and J.D. Faires, Numerical Analysis, Brooks/Cole, 2001.
- C.F. Gerald and P.O. Wheatley, Applied Numerical Analysis, Adison Wisely, 1999.

Name of the Lecturer: Dr. Rola Moallem