Program Overview

University Program Information

The university offers various programs across different faculties and schools. The programs are designed to provide students with a comprehensive education and training in their chosen field.

Faculties and Schools

• HEALTH
  • Lyon Est Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Medicine and Mathematics Lyon Sud - Charles Mérieux
  • Faculty of Odontology
  • Institute of Pharmaceutical and Biological Sciences
  • Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences and Techniques
• SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
  • National Higher Institute of Teaching and Education
  • University Institute of Technology Lyon 1
  • Institute of Financial Science and Insurance
  • Lyon Observatory
  • Polytech Lyon
  • UFR STAPS (Sciences and Techniques of Physical and Sports Activities)
  • UFR FS (Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics)
  • UFR Biosciences (Biology, Biochemistry)
  • GEP (Electrical Process Engineering - Component Department)
  • IT (Component Department)
  • Mechanics (Component Department)

Diplomas and Certificates

The university offers a range of diplomas and certificates, including:

• License
• Master
• Doctorate
• PURPOSE: University Bachelor of Technology
• Professional License
• DES: State Diploma in Health
• DEUST: S&T University Studies Diploma
• DI: Engineering degree
• DIU: Inter-University Diploma
• DU: University diploma
• AEU: Certificate of University Studies

Unit of Teaching: Mathematical Foundations and Algorithms

Description

The unit of teaching "Bases Mathematics and Algorithms" is a 2 ECTS course that aims to provide students with the fundamental methods of numerical analysis and the basics of algorithms.

Objectives

The objectives of this course are to:

• Acquire the fundamental methods of numerical analysis and the basics of algorithms
• Select, implement, and evaluate resolution strategies adapted to engineering problems
• Appreciate the precision, stability, and limits of the approaches used

Prerequisites and Requirements

The prerequisites for this course are:

• Basics of mathematics 1st scientific cycle

Acquired Intermediate Learning and Targeted Competencies

The course aims to develop the following competencies:

• SKILL 1: DEVELOP AN INNOVATIVE MATERIAL OR PROCESS
  • Level 1: Develop and characterize materials
    • Use simple physical models to predict the behavior of a material or process
    • Analyze experimental results or results from modeling using quantitative tools (statistics, graphs, etc.)
• SKILL 2: DESIGN A TECHNICAL SOLUTION INTEGRATING MATERIALS
  • Level 1: Use basic design tools
    • Pre-size a solution using simple physical models
• SKILL 3: INDUSTRIALIZE THE PRODUCTION AND TRANSFORMATION OF MATERIALS
  • Level 1: Implement an elementary process
    • Use simple models to determine the operating parameters of a process
    • Specify adequate means and protocols for controlling conformity and quality
• SKILL 4: MANAGE A MATERIALS ENGINEERING PROJECT
  • Level 1: Manage a basic task of a project
    • Precisely identify objectives, input data and deliverables

Course Program

The course program includes:

• Chapter 0. Errors
• Chapter 1. Principles of numerical analysis (or numerical methods) and polynomial approximations of ln(1 + x) and
• Chapter 2. Interpolation
• Chapter 3. Integration
• Chapter 4. Nonlinear equations
• Chapter 5. Differential equations (ordinary)
• Chapter 6. Partial differential equations (very summary introductory chapter)
• Chapter 7. Paradoxes

Evaluation Methods

The evaluation methods include:

• Continuous control
  • Written checks
  • Practical work
  • Mini-projects