Stresses significant computer applications and use of existing software. Prereqs., APPM 4650 and knowledge of a programming language. Same as MATH 4660. Join 4660 and learn even more of the mathematical underpinnings of modern numerical methods. Homeworks are handed out most Wednesdays, and will be due the following Wednesday.
Collaboration is encouraged, direct copying is forbidden.
The standard fare of deriving formulas, trying algorithms by hand on small problems, etc. Implementing Matlab versions of algorithms discussed in class or new ones of your own devising. Your book provides Matlab versions of many of the algorithms in the text. Having your programs work is essential, but style and proper commenting are also very important. That's right, essays.