Course detail

Numerical methods

FAST-HA52Acad. year: 2020/2021

a) Development of errors in numerical calculations. Numerical solution of algebraic equations and their systems.
b) Direct and iterative methods of solution of linear algebraic equations. Eigennumbers and eigenvectors of matrices. Construction of inverse and pseudoinverse matrices.
c) Interpolation polynoms and splines. Approximation of functions using the least square method.
d) Numerical evaluation of derivatives and integrals. Numerical solution of selected differential equations.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

2

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

prof. Ing. Jiří Vala, CSc.

Department

Institute of Mathematics and Descriptive Geometry (MAT)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Following the aim of the course, students will be able to apply numerical approaches to standard engineering problems.

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of linear algebra and of differential and integral calculus of functions of one and more variables. Ability to study mathematical textbooks (no lectures are included).

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Not applicable.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

Not applicable.

Course curriculum

Not applicable.

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

To understand fundamentals of numerical methods for the interpolation and approximation of functions and for the solution of algebraic and differential equations, reqiured in the technical practice.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Extent and forms are specified by guarantor’s regulation updated for every academic year.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

Not applicable.

Recommended reading

R. W. Hamming: Numerical Methods for Scientists and Engineers. Dover Publications, 1987. 978-0486652412. (CS)
J. Dalík: Numerické metody. CERM Brno, 1997. (CS)
Jiří Vala: Lineární prostory a operátory. elektronický učební materiál pro kombinované studium na FAST, 2004. (CS)

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme N-P-C-GK Master's

    branch GD , 1. year of study, summer semester, compulsory

Type of course unit

 

Exercise

26 hours, compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

prof. Ing. Jiří Vala, CSc.

Syllabus

1.-3. Development of errors in numerical calculations. Numerical solution of algebraic equations and their systems. 4.-6. Direct and iterative methods of solution of linear algebraic equations. Eigennumbers and eigenvectors of matrices. Construction of inverse and pseudoinverse matrices. 7.-9. Interpolation polynoms and splines. Approximation of functions using the least square method. 10.-12. Numerical evaluation of derivatives and integrals. Numerical solution of selected differential equations. 13. Conclusions, test.