Scientific Computing

Math 60970-971
Scientific Computing
Summer 2020: arranged times

Instructor: Dr. Ken Richardson
Office hours: Make an appointment -- text/email me.

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Course Description and Goals:
The purpose of this course is to learn techniques of high-level scientific computing, specifically in solving mathematical problems. The languages and packages we will use include but are not limited to python (including the NumPy, SciPy, SymPy, Matplotlib packages), SageMath, MATLAB, and Scilab.

Computer:
We will use the computer and the web in this class. We will use various software platforms that are freely available.

References:
There will be no textbook used for the course, but students may find the following references useful. They are freely available, either online in general or downloadable through the TCU Library's website.

Grading:

The final grade for this course will be determined as follows:

Minilabs / Quizzes 50%
Final Project (including drafts) 50%

Your weighted course average x determined by your scores and the percentages above will be used to determine the final grade G(x) by the table below:

x in implies G(x) is
[92,∞) A
[90,92) A-
[88,90) B+
[82,88) B
[80,82) B-
[78,80) C+
[70,78) C
[0,70) F
Attendance and Projects: Attendance is expected at all meetings. Each project is assigned on the web site, due at midnight of the day it is listed, through email. Due to some security restrictions on email, you may have to send files as txt files (changing the extensions). Due dates are firm. Some amount of collaboration is encouraged, but the projects you turn in should reflect your personal preparation.

The last day to withdraw from the class is July 17. The last day to select the Pass/No Credit option is July 18.

Disabilities Statement: Texas Christian University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 regarding students with disabilities. Eligible students seeking accommodations should contact the Coordinator of Student Disabilities Services in the Center for Academic Services located in Sadler Hall, 1010. Accommodations are not retroactive, therefore, students should contact the Coordinator as soon as possible in the term for which they are seeking accommodations. Further information can be obtained from the Center for Academic Services, TCU Box 297710, Fort Worth, TX 76129, or at (817) 257-6567.

Attendance Policy: The university attendance policy states that regular and punctual class attendance is essential and that no assigned work is excused because of absence, no matter what the cause.