MATH 3940 - Overview

Course Title

The title for MATH-3940 is "Numerical Analysis for Computer Scientists".

Course Description

This course is an introduction to the applications of numerical methods using computer-oriented algorithms such as finding roots, solving systems of equations, differentiation, integration and optimization. (Restricted to students in Computer Science.) (Prerequisites: COMP-1410, MATH-1730 and one of MATH-1250, MATH-1260 or MATH-1270.) (3 lecture hours per week)

Typical Course Offering

MATH-3940 is typically offered in the Fall semester.

Is a Textbook Required?

No, while there is a textbook listed and you may find it helpful, it is not required to succeed in this course.

Prerequisites

MATH-1250 or MATH-1260 or MATH-1270, COMP-1410, and MATH-1730 are the prerequisites for this class.