UNIVERSITY OF BALAMAND

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Department of Mathematics

MATH 230 SYLLABUS

SECTION I: Course Information and Learning Outcomes

Course Name (Title): NUMERICAL ANALYSIS

Course Code: MATH 230 Credits: 3
Pre-Requisites: CSIS 200, MATH 200 & MATH 211 (or MATH 201)

Academic Year: 2024-2025 Semester: Fall

Required Textbooks: Numerical Analysis: BURDEN / FAIRES, 9th ed. Brooks/ Cole,
Cengage Learning, 2011
References (readings, technical articles, hard copy and e-resources, etc.):
 Exploring Numerical Methods: An Introduction to Scientific Computing Using
MATLAB, P. Linz, & R. Wang, Jones & Bartlett Learning.
 Numerical Methods, Robert W. Hornbeck, Quantum Publishers, New York.

Course Time: MATH 230 Section:1,2,3,4 Bldg/Room: Murr 120A, Kh132, Kh216

Course coordinator: Dr. Mira Sabat ([email protected])

Instructor Name / Title: Mrs. Najat Kmeid

Office: Murr 115 Tel/Ext: Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: MW 2:00-3:00 or by appointment

Course Description:
Analysis and implementation of current numerical methods: number representation and
round-off errors; difference equations; interpolation of polynomials; solution of non-
linear equations; functions approximation; numerical differentiation and integration;
numerical solution of differential equations; solution of systems of linear equations.

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the course, students

must be able to:
CLO1: Derive numerical methods for various mathematical operations, such as
interpolation, differentiation, integration, solving system of equations and nonlinear
equations, and the solving ordinary differential equations. [SO1 (3)]
CLO2: Apply common numerical methods and use them to obtain approximate
solutions to mathematical problems for Sciences and Engineering applications. [SO1
(3)]
CLO3: Apply basic algorithms of numerical methods. [SO1 (3)]
CLO4: Use computer programming for the implementation of algorithms of numerical
methods. [SO1 (3)]
 SECTION II: Course Content and Timetable

Week Topic | Chapter Assignment

1 Mathematics preliminaries and error analysis 1
2 Solutions of equations in one variable 2 Lab1: Bisection Algorithm
Lab 2: Newton Raphson algorithm
3 Solutions of equations in one variable 2
Fixed point iterations
4 Interpolation and Polynomial Approximation 3 Lab 3: Newton interpolation

5 Interpolation and Polynomial Approximation 3 Lab 4: Lagrange interpolation

6 Numerical differentiation and integration 4 Lab 5: cubic spline interpolation

7 Numerical differentiation and integration 4 Lab 6: The finite difference calculus

8 Numerical differentiation and integration 4 Lab 7: Trapezoidal rule algorithms

9 Numerical differentiation and integration 4 Lab 8: Simpson algorithm

10 Initial value problems for ODEs 5 Lab 9: Euler Algorithm

11 Initial value problems for ODEs 5 Lab 10: Runge–Kutta algorithm

Lab 11: Gaussian /matrix inverse
12 Direct methods for solving linear systems 6
algorithms
13 Iterative techniques in matrix algebra 7 Lab 12: Gauss-Siedel algorithm
Lab 13: Polynomial least square
14 Approximation theory 8
approximations
Lab 14: Non-polynomial least squares
15 Approximation theory 8
approximations

Teaching Strategy and Guidelines

This course provides an introduction to numerical methods incorporating theory with
practical computing exercises and programming algorithms. The course goal is an
approximation to an unsolved problem with analytical methods.
Computer Programs will give the students a great knowledge with respect to real
applications.

Student Work Evaluation

Test 1 25% Monday October 21 at 5 pm
Test 2 25% Monday November 18 at 5 pm
Lab assessment 10% T.B.A.
Final exam 40% T.B.A.

Drop Period Ends: 25 November 2024

Reading Period: 7-9 December 2024
Final Exam Period: 10-18 December 2024

SECTION III : Policies and Students’ Responsibilities

Academic rules and regulations are to be followed according to the policies and guidelines of the
University, as laid out in the catalogue (particularly the sections on Attendance and Academic Behavior).

1. Students are expected to attend all classes and laboratory sessions.

2. Absence, whether excused or not, from any class or laboratory session does not excuse students from
their responsibility for the work done or for any announcements made during their absence.

3. Once the number of missed sessions reaches one-sixth of the course sessions, the instructor notifies the
student in writing and copies the registrar that it is the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw from
the course before the end of the drop period, otherwise he will earn a WF as a final grade for the course.

If the number of missed sessions accumulates to more than one-sixth after the drop deadline, the student
will receive as well a grade of WF.

A WF grade is counted as a numerical grade of 40 for the course in computing the student’s averages.

It is expected from the students to carry themselves with the utmost ethical and professional manner during
lectures, and among each other.

The University of Balamand is committed to a policy of honesty in academic affairs. Examples of conduct
for which students may be subject to academic and/or disciplinary penalties including expulsion are:

1. Cheating, whereby non-permissible written, visual, or oral assistance, including that obtained from
another student, is utilized on examinations, course assignments, or projects. The unauthorized possession
or use of examination or course-related material may also constitute cheating.

2. Plagiarism, whereby another person’s work is deliberately used or appropriated without any indication
of the source, thereby attempting to convey the impression that such work is the student’s own.

Note: A student who has assisted another student in any of the aforementioned breaches of standards shall
be considered equally culpable.

In case of cheating or plagiarism, the instructor may take appropriate academic action ranging from loss of
credit for a specific assignment, examination, or project to removal from the course with grade of 40.
Additionally, the instructor may request disciplinary action through the Disciplinary Committee as
outlined in the Student Life section.

SECTION IV : Make-up and Final Examinations

Make-up examinations:

Students who miss a regular examination for a valid reason must present their
excuse in writing to their professors through the FOS secretariat (Mrs Adele Nasr)
either by hand delivery or by fax (06-930277, the original report must be
presented when the student returns to the University), maximum 4 days after the
test date. In this case, a make-up test will be assigned within ten days after the
regular test was done. The make-up test will include all additional material
covered until the date of the make-up test. No exceptions to this policy shall be
considered.

Final examinations:

Students who miss a final examination shall receive an incomplete grade (I) if
they present a valid, written, excuse within the same period prescribed above. A
make-up for the final examination shall be given, in this case, according to the
Policies of the University, at a time set by the professor, that suits both the
professor and the student (avoiding conflict with classes). This test must be
 comprehensive of the whole course material. . No exceptions to this policy shall
be considered.

SECTION V : Student Outcomes (SO)

(1) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles
of engineering, science, and mathematics.
(2) an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with
consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and
economic factors.
(3) an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
(4) an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make
informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic,
environmental, and societal contexts.
(5) an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a
collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
(6) an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use
engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
(7) an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.