Course Descriptions

The curriculum of the program in the Department of Mathematics is designed to provide a broad education in both theoretical and applied mathematics. It also develops the scientific knowledge and the problem solving, computing, and communications skills that are critical to a successful mathematically based career.

MA 435 - Finite Difference Methods

Credit Hours: 4R-0L-4C
Term Available: W
Prerequisites:
MA 332 - Introduction to Computational Science or MA 371 - Linear Algebra I or MA 373 - Applied Linear Algebra for Engineers or MA 433 - Numerical Analysis
Corequisites: None

An introduction to finite difference methods for linear parabolic, hyperbolic, and elliptic partial differential equations. Consistency, stability, convergence, and the Lax Equivalence Theorem. Solution techniques for the resulting linear systems.