Course - Introduction to Scientific Computation - TMA4320
TMA4320 - Introduction to Scientific Computation
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project | 45/100 | |||
| School exam | 55/100 | 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 equations, linear and non-linear equations, and interpolation.
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.
Compulsory assignments
- Compulsory exercises
Further on evaluation
There will be three compulsory projects, of which one will be evaluated and count towards the total grade. There will be a digital exam at the end of the semester. The re-take examination (in August) may be changed from written to oral.
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
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 | AUTUMN 2015 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2023
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Examination
Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD School exam 55/100 C 2023-05-31 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Project 45/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Summer UTS School exam 55/100 C INSPERA
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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.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"