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TMA4212 - Numerical Solution of Differential Equations by Difference Methods

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Portfolio assessment
Grade: Letters

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Skriftlig eksamen 60/100 4 timer
Arbeider 40/100

Course content

Difference schemes for different types of partial differential equations. Analysis of consistency, order, stability and convergence. Solution of linear systems by iterative methods and preconditioning. Finite element method.

Learning outcome

1. Knowledge. The student understands the basic theory underlying the numerical solution of partial differential equations. The student masters error analysis of difference methods, and understands the concepts consistency, stability and convergence. The student has a basic understanding of the finite element method and iterative solution techniques for systems of equations.


2. Skills. The student is able to choose suitable methods for elliptic, parabolic and hyperbolic partial differential equations. The student is able to set up, implement and analyze discretization methods for selected partial differential equations. The student is able to choose and apply suitable iterative methods for equation solving.

3. General competence. The student masters written and oral presentation of scientific problems and of the results obtained in the project work.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures and exercises. The exercises require the use of a computer. Portfolio assessment is the basis for the mark given in the course. This portfolio comprises a written final examination (60%) and a term project or selected exercises (40%). The results for the constituent parts are to be given in %-points, while the mark for the whole portfolio (course mark) is given by the letter grading system. Retake may be organized in the form of oral exam. The lectures will be given in English if they are attended by students from the Master's Programme in Mathematics for International students.

Compulsory assignments

  • Exersices

Course materials

Will be announced at the start of the course.

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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Third-year courses, level III

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2014

Language of instruction: English, Norwegian

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Subject area(s)
  • Mathematics
  • Technological subjects
Contact information
Course coordinator:
  • Elena Celledoni

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Mathematical Sciences

Examination

Examination arrangement: Portfolio assessment

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Spring ORD Arbeider 40/100
Room Building Number of candidates
Spring ORD Skriftlig eksamen 60/100 2014-06-03 15:00
Room Building Number of candidates
Summer KONT Arbeider 40/100
Room Building Number of candidates
Summer KONT Skriftlig eksamen 60/100 2014-08-08 09:00
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
Examination

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