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Example Program: Numerical Methods I - APM2613

Program Details

• Under Graduate Degree
• Year module
• NQF level: 6
• Credits: 12
• Module presented in English
• Module presented online
• Pre-requisite: COS1511
• Co-requisite: MAT1512, MAT1503
• Purpose: To enable students to understand and use numerical methods in solving scientific and mathematical problems that are difficult to solve analytically.

Program Description

The Numerical Methods I program is designed to introduce students to the use of numerical methods in solving scientific and mathematical problems. The program covers topics such as solutions of non-linear equations and systems of linear equations, interpolating polynomials, numerical integration and differentiation, and least-squares approximation. Students will also learn to use computer software to find numerical solutions using various numerical algorithms.