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Unit Overview

Description

This unit provides an introduction to numerical analysis and modelling of engineering problems using the spreadsheet program Excel, the Mathematica package and the MATLAB programming environment. Exercises are solved using techniques associated with numerical integration, search algorithms, relaxation schemes, root finding and linear algebra. The emphasis is on the sources of numerical errors and model and algorithm instabilities when modelling and solving linear and nonlinear algebraic and differential equation systems.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 3 core unit in the Civil Engineering; Mechanical Engineering major sequences
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) work effectively in teams to solve problems involving numerical methods and modelling; (2) communicate effectively and efficiently in written technical reports; (3) create mathematical and numerical models of simple but realistic engineering systems; (4) critically assess the results of numerical and mathematical models; (5) competently use mathematical methods and software in numerical modelling; and (6) determine when an engineering system may be treated as linear and when nonlinear treatment is necessary.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) quizzes; (2) assignments; and (3) a final examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Winthrop Professor Arcady Dyskin
Unit rules
Prerequisites
MATH1012 Mathematical Theory and Methods
or MATX1012 Mathematical Theory and Methods
and CITS2401 Computer Analysis and Visualisation
and Enrolment in
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or an associated Combined Degree
Incompatibility
GENG4405 Numerical Methods and Modelling
Contact hours
lectures: 3 hours per week
practical classes: 2 hours per week
computer class: 1 hour per week
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.