Course - Introduction to Scientific Computation - TMA4320
TMA4320 - Introduction to Scientific Computation
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Portfolio assessment
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation form | Weighting | Duration | Examination aids | Grade deviation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| work | 30/100 | |||
| Written examination | 70/100 | 4 hours | C |
Course content
The course consists of two equal parts: theoretical and practical/computational.
The theoretical part of the course introduces the participants to numerical mathematics and prepares them for the scientific computing part. The latter consists of three compulsory projects originating from physics, biophysics and mathematics. Potential topics covered by the course are methods for evaluating integrals, solving systems of differential and algebraic equations, and eigenvalue systems.
Learning outcome
A student successfully meeting all the learning objectives of this course will be able to: (1) mathematically formulate specific problems from physics and biophysics; (2) explain and use specific numerical methods to solve these problems; (3) implement certain numerical algorithms on a computer; (4) critically assess the obtained numerical results; (5) communicate the findings in a form of a report.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and exercises. There will be three compulsory projects. These will be evaluated and count towards the total grade in the course. The re-take examination (in August) may be changed from written to oral.
Compulsory assignments
- Øvinger
Further on evaluation
In the case that the student receives an F/Fail as a final grade after both ordinary and re-sit exam, then the student must retake the course in its entirety. Submitted work that counts towards the final grade will also have to be retaken. For more information about grading and evaluation. see «Teaching methods and activities».
Specific conditions
Exam registration requires that class registration is approved in the same semester. Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic courses in Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science (programming).
Required previous knowledge
None.
Course materials
Will be announced at the start of the course.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA2501 | 3.7 | 01.09.2015 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2020
No.of lecture hours: 4
Lab hours: 2
No.of specialization hours: 6
Language of instruction: -
Location: Trondheim
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Phone:
Examination
Examination arrangement: Portfolio assessment
- Term Status code Evaluation form Weighting Examination aids Date Time Digital exam Room *
- Spring ORD work 30/100
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Written examination 70/100 C 2020-05-18 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"