Subject description
Analysis for the conservation of mass, momentum and energy in engineering systems; numerical methods for the solution for a selection of problems in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, solids mechanics, bulk solids and control systems; linear algebra; eigenvalue analysis; optimisation curve fitting; roots of equation; experimentation to validate engineering analysis; ordinary … For more content click the Read More button below.
Enrolment rules
Pre-Requisite
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Teaching staff
Lecturers
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Construct mathematical models for linear and non-linear engineering systems.
2.
Apply existing analytical solutions for a range of engineering systems.
3.
Make efficient use of MATLAB and spreadsheets for the solution of engineering problems.
4.
Incorporate experimental data in the analysis of engineering systems.
Assessment details
In Class Quizzes
Assignment
Assignment
Mid Session Exam
Final Exam
Textbook information
Chapra, S.C. & Canale, R.P., Numerical Methods for Engineers, 7th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2015, ISBN 9780073397924