Joseph M. Mahaffy SDSU
Math 541: Numerical Analysis Fall 2017
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Syllabus for Math 541

Joseph Mahaffy
Professor, Biomathematics
Lectures: TH 16:00-17:15 in AH 3110 Office phone: 619-594-3743
Office Hours: TH 14:00-15:50 and by Appointment Fax: 619-594-6746
Office location: GMCS 593 E-mail: jmahaffy@mail.sdsu.edu


Prerequisites

Calculus, basic Computer skills (CS 107 or Math 242) and Linear Algebra (Math 254 or Math 342A or AE 280) with at least a C or better in each of these courses

Textbook

Cleve Moler: Numerical Computing in Matlab

Course Catalog Description: Solution of equations of one variable, polynomial interpolation and approximation, numerical differentiation and quadrature, linear least squares approximation, the fast Fourier transformation.

Student Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this course students will be able to:

  1. Numerical tools for problem solving.
  2. How to translate mathematical problems into MatLab code
  3. Error and convergence analysis
    1. Computational mathematics has errors
    2. Must understand sources of errors and improvement of algorithms
  4. How to implement Calculus on computers: Solve f(x)=0, Integration, ...
  5. Use MatLab to solve problems in Linear Algebra
  6. Work with data: Fitting with splines and least squares best fits
  7. To Be Continued?

Course Objectives and Expectations on Students:

This course is a 3 unit course designed for students who are majoring in mathematics and ones in engineering and the applied sciences. This course is very important for students ... to be continued

More to follow.

Scope and Purpose of the Course:

The scope and purpose of this course is being developed.

Course Assessment and Grading

Details of the course and timelines are available on the HW Assignment page.

Grading:

  • Homework assignments, including WeBWorK (40%)
  • Formal Lab Reports (applied problems) (10%)
  • Probably 2 Midterms and Final with part being Take-home (50%)

The grade divisions are typically 85-100 is an A, 73-85 is a B, 62-73 is a C, 50-62 is a D, and below 50 is an F with + or - assigned near the boundary (within 3%).

Accommodation Of Disability: Students with disabilities who may need academic accommodations should notify the professor in writing within the first two weeks of instruction. Students need appropriate forms aproved by SDS (Calpulli Center, Suite 3101). All information will be kept confidential. Students that need evacuation assistance during campus emergencies should also meet with the instructor as soon as possible to assure the health and safety of all students. If you encounter a problem accessing anything in this course, please contact me as soon as possible.


Classroom Behavior And Student Code Of Conduct

  1. It is expected that students will conduct themselves within the standards outlined in the student code of conduct,
    disciplinary procedure and student due process. Disciplinary action will be taken by the instructor as necessary. See more information at the SDSU Student Ethical & Civic Responsibility Code.
  2. Students are expected to come to class in a timely manner, prepared for the day’s work. Full participation for the entire
    class period in activities, class exercises and discussions is required.
  3. Please turn off all cell phones, pagers, etc. You will be released from class with an unexcused absence for making or accepting telephone calls or text messages in the classroom.
  4. It is the student’s responsibility to make up missed material. This includes, but is not limited to, obtaining missed lecture notes from another student (not from the instructor), and finding out about any modifications of schedules or assignments announced during class time.
  5. WeBWorK assignments are posted with a specific due date. It is the student’s responsibility to complete the assignment on time.
  6. Academic dishonesty will result in a grade of zero for the assignment and will be reported to Academic Affairs. It may result in further disciplinary action. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating, which includes unauthorized collaboration and plagiarism.
  7. Missed Exams: Students will receive a ZERO for any missed exam, except for written/documented excuses (illness, personal/family crises, etc.).
  8. Even the visual presence of a Cell Phone during an Exam will result in a ZERO for that Exam.
Other Course Policies
  • The instructor will make special arrangements for students with documented learning disabilities and will try to make accommodations for other unforeseen circumstances, e.g., illness, personal/family crises, etc. in a way that is fair to all students enrolled in the class. Please contact the instructor EARLY regarding special circumstances.
  • Students are expected and encouraged to ask questions in class.
  • Students are expected and encouraged to make use of office hours.

 

Planned Schedule

Week 1:

Under Development

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