MATH 317 - Scientific Computation | 2026-2027

Academic Year
2026-2027
Course Credits
3.00
Course ID
MATH 317
Course Name
Scientific Computation
Description
Symbolic and numerical computations used in scientific modelling based on Calculus and Linear Algebra, with emphasis on applications in physics and biology. Topics include error analysis, linear systems, roots of equations, interpolation, numerical differentiation, and integration. Further topics may include: eigenvalues and singular values, approximation theory, and non-linear systems.
NB
Credit is granted for only one of MATH/CMPT 317 and MATH/CMPT 327 and MATH/CMPT 330.
Cross-listed
CMPT 317.
Prerequisite(s)
MATH 124, MATH 250, and CMPT 140.