| Unit name | Computational Mathematics |
|---|---|
| Unit code | MATH12001 |
| Credit points | 10 |
| Level of study | C/4 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
| Unit director | Dr. Wiesner |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
A Level Mathematics |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | School of Mathematics |
| Faculty | Faculty of Science |
Unit aims
The aim of the unit is to introduce some of the concepts and techniques of computing and programming that are useful in mathematical work.
General Description of the Unit
Computational Mathematics provides an introduction to the rudiments of computer simulations and programming in a mathematical context, and uses Matlab to illustrate some generic features. Applications to other mathematics units will be stressed throughout.
Relation to Other Units
Frequent use of material covered in the units Linear Algebra and Calculus will be made in order to motivate and illustrate the concepts. Many ideas will be developed in more depth and rigour in the second year unit Numerical Analysis.
Additional unit information can be found at http://www.maths.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergrad/current_units/index.html
Learning Objectives
The students will understand what computers do and have proficiency with Matlab. They will know how to write simple programs.
Transferable Skills
Problem solving, programming and algorithm construction, general IT skills .
A mixture of lectures and practical sessions in the computer laboratory, with regular worksheets and weekly homework.
The final assessment mark for the unit will be computed from the marks for 2 computer-based tests. Each test will consist of questions on the material taught so far.
Reading and references are available at http://www.maths.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergrad/current_units/index.html
