Fall 2017, Math
609/600, Numerical Analysis
MW 11:10-12:25pm BLOC 605AX (regular
class); T 3:55-4:45pm BLOC 128 (lab)
Instructor: Bojan
Popov
Office: Blocker
507B
Email:
popov"at"math.tamu.edu
Office Hours: MW 1:30-2:30, or by
appointment
Description: This is a
one-semester course on numerical analysis which gives an introduction
to various topics in numerical methods and provides a firm basis for
future study. The Labs provide help in programming and problem solving.
Objectives:
- Direct and Iterative Methods for Solving Linear and Nonlinear
Systems
- Polynomial (Lagrange and Hermite) and Spline Interpolation
- Numerical Differentiation and Integration
- Initial Value Problems for Ordinary Differential Equations (ODE)
- Finite Difference Method for Two-Point BVP for ODE's (if time
permits)
Textbook:
Numerical Analysis by D. Kincaid &
W. Cheney, Brooks & Cole Publ., 1996.
The third edition printed in 2002 is the one we use.
ISBN 0-534-38905-8
Prerequisites: MATH 601 or MATH
308 and 407.
Math 609 Web Page: The course
schedule and other information can be found at /~popov/math609.html
Exam Schedule:
- Test #1, Wednesday, October 4, 2017, numerical linear
algebra
- Test #2, Monday, November 20, 2017, interpolation, numerical
differentiation
- Final Exam, December 13, 2017, 10:30-12:30
(cumulative)
Grading Policy:
- Your grade for the course will be computed as follows:
- (a) 20% will be determined by your programming assignments;
- (b) 60% will be determined by your performance on the three
exams;
- (c) 20% will be determined by your homework assignments.
- your MINIMUM grade will be A, B, C, or D, for averages of 90%,
80%, 65%, or 50%, respectively.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy Statement
- The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal
anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights
protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this
legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed
a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of
their disabilities.
- If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation,
please contact Disability Services, in Cain Hall, Room B118, or call
845-1637. For additional information visit
- http://disability.tamu.edu
Academic Integrity Statement and Policy
- The Aggie the Honor Council Rules and Procedures on the web:
- Aggie Honnor System Office the essence of which is "An Aggie does
not lie, cheat or steal, or tolerate those who do"