National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST)
School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (SEECS)
Department of Basic Sciences
Numerical Methods
Course Code: MATH-351 Semester: 6th
Credit Hours: 3+0 Prerequisite Codes: NA
Instructor: Dr. Adnan Aslam Class: BEE 2k18 ABC
Office: 309A Telephone: 051-9085-2354
Lecture Days: Monday-Friday E-mail: Adnan.aslam@seecs.edu.pk
Class Room: CR 16,17, 20 Consulting Hours: 11:00-01:00PM,(Monday to Thursday)
Knowledge Group: Updates on LMS: After every Lecture
Course Description:
The course gives the students sound knowledge to solve non-linear equations numerically. Lengthy
and suckle problems of differential, integral calculus and ordinary differential equations are also
solved numerically. Curve fitting and interpolation like topics are also included which are very useful
for engineers /technologists.
Course Objectives:
The course objective is that its successful completion should develop understanding of solution
techniques of various Mathematical problems arising in Engineering and Technology. Emphasis will
be placed on understanding the basic concepts behind the various numerical methods studied.
This approach is taken since understanding how numerical methods work is essential for choosing
the correct method and understanding its limitations.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
At the end of the course the students will be able to: PLO BT Level*
CLO-1: Explain the consequences of finite precision and estimate the 1 C-2
amount of error inherent in different Numerical methods
CLO-2: Develop algorithms for different Numerical techniques 1 C-1
CLO-3: Apply different computational techniques to solve Mathematical 3 C-3
problems arising in engineering and sciences.
* BT= Bloom’s Taxonomy, C=Cognitive domain, P=Psychomotor domain
Mapping of CLOs to Program Learning Outcomes
PLOs/CLOs Level of Emphasis of CLO1 CLO2 CLO3
PLO (1: High, 2:
Medium, 3: Low)
PLO 1 (Engineering Knowledge) 3 √ √
PLO 2 (Problem Analysis) 3
PLO 3 (Design/Development of Solutions) 3 √
PLO 4 (Investigation)
PLO 5 (Modern tool usage)
PLO 6 (The Engineer and Society)
PLO 7 (Environment and Sustainability)
PLO 8 (Ethics)
PLO 9 (Individual and Team Work)
PLO 10 (Communication)
PLO 11 (Project Management)
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National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST)
School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (SEECS)
Department of Basic Sciences
PLO 12 (Lifelong Learning)
Mapping of CLOs to Assessment Modules and Weightages
Assessments/CLOs CLO1 CLO2 CLO3
Quizzes: 10%
Assignments: 10%
OHT-1: 15%
OHT-2: 15%
End Semester Exam:50%
Books:
Text Book: 1. E. Kreyszing: Advanced Engineering mathematics (9th Ed)
2. Steven C. Chapra, Raymond P. Canale: Numerical methods for Engineers (4th Ed)
Reference • Curtis F. Gerald , Patrick O. Wheatley: Applied Numerical Analysis, Addison –Wesley (6th
Books: Ed)
• J. Douglas Faires, Richard Burden: Numerical Methods (3rd Ed)
Estimated Contact
Sr. No Main Topics to be covered Hours
Mathematical Priliminaries 1
1 Round off error and Computer arithmetic
2 Algorithms and Convergence
Iterative Methods for the Solutions of Non-Linear Equations (convergence analysis)
3 Bisection Method 1
4 Fixed point Method 1
5 Newton-Raphson Method 2
6 Secant Method & Regula - Falsi Method 1
Interpolation
7 Introduction 1
8 Lagrange Interpolation 2
9 Newton’s Divided Difference Interpolation 2
10 Forward Difference and Backward Difference Interpolations. 1
11 Introduction to Cubic Spline Interpolation 1
12 Clamped cubic spline 1
13 Natural spline 1
14 Numerical Differentiation 1
Numerical Integration
15 Elements of Numerical Integration 1
16 Rectangular , Trapezoidal , Simpson’s Rule 3
Numerical Methods in Linear Algebra
17 LU Factorization , Doolittle’s , Crouts’s and Cholesky’s Methods 3
18 Iterative Methods for Systems of Equations 1
19 Jacobi’s Method, Gauss-Seidel Method 3
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National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST)
School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (SEECS)
Department of Basic Sciences
20 Evaluation of Eigenvalues by Iteration: Power Method. 3
st nd
Solution of 1 and 2 Order Ordinary Differential Equations
21 Introduction 1
22 Euler Method 1
23 Heun’s Method 1
24 Runge-Kutta Methods, 3
25 Solution of Higher Order IVPs 3
26 Solution of Elliptic Partial Differential Equations 3
27 Solution of Parabolic PDEs: Crank-Nicolson Method 3
Grading Policy:
Quiz Policy: The quizzes will be unannounced and normally last for ten minutes. The question framed is to
test the concepts involved in last few lectures. Number of quizzes that will be used for
evaluation is at the instructor’s discretion. Grading for quizzes will be on a fixed scale of 0 to
10. A score of 10 indicates an exceptional attempt towards the answer and a score of 1
indicates your answer is entirely wrong but you made a reasonable effort towards the
solution. Scores in between indicate very good (8-9), good (6-7), satisfactory (4-5), and poor
(2-3) attempt. Failure to make a reasonable effort to answer a question scores a 0.
Assignment Policy: In order to develop comprehensive understanding of the subject, assignments will be given.
Late assignments will not be accepted / graded. All assignments will count towards the total
(No ‘best-of’ policy). The students are advised to do the assignment themselves. Copying of
assignments is highly discouraged and violations will be dealt with severely by referring any
occurrences to the disciplinary committee. The questions in the assignment are meant to be
challenging to give students confidence and extensive knowledge about the subject matter
and enable them to prepare for the exams.
Plagiarism: SEECS maintains a zero tolerance policy towards plagiarism. While collaboration in this course
is highly encouraged, you must ensure that you do not claim other people’s work/ ideas as
your own. Plagiarism occurs when the words, ideas, assertions, theories, figures, images,
programming codes of others are presented as your own work. You must cite and
acknowledge all sources of information in your assignments. Failing to comply with the SEECS
plagiarism policy will lead to strict penalties including zero marks in assignments and referral
to the academic coordination office for disciplinary action.
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