CHE 2418 (formerly CHE 3418)

This course is only available on a term basis during the fall, winter, and summer terms.
Start dates: September 1, January 1, and May 1.

Subject: ENGINEERING
Course No. and Title:

CHE 2418 Numerical Methods (formerly CHE 3418)

Credit Value:

Three (3) credit hours
Course Description:

Numerical methods, their application in Chemical Engineering, and process design and simulation packages. Systems of linear and nonlinear algebraic equations, curve fitting (regression and interpolation), numerical integration and differentiation, systems of ordinary differential equations, finite difference method for partial differential equations.

This course is only available on a term basis during the fall, winter, and summer terms. Start dates: September 1, January 1, and May 1.
Prerequisite: CS 1003 or equivalent, MATH 1013/1503 or equivalent
Course Author:

Dr. Brian J. Lowry
Course Features:

The course materials include lecture slides with audio soundtracks, in both streaming QuickTime and downloadable podcast (.mp4) formats; individualized problem sets and quizzes; sample problems and tests, with solutions.

Quizzes may be completed off-campus at time of student's choosing.
Course Format:

The course covers the following topics:

  • Section 1: Introduction & fundamentals
    • Accuracy and Precision
    • Taylor Series
    • Matrix Operations
    • Matlab & Maple
  • Section 2: Solution of non-linear equations
    • Bisection
    • Secant Method
  • Section 3: Interpolation
    • Linear
    • Polynomial (Lagrange)
  • Section 4: Data fitting & processing
    • Least squares regression - linear, polynomial, and arbitrary
    • Simple and optimal smoothing & derivatives
    • Noise reduction & data loss: bandwidth selection
  • Section 5: Integration
    • Trapezoidal & Simpson's rules
    • Gauss quadrature
  • Section 6: Differential equations
    • Types of problems: integration, ODE, PDE
    • Euler & Runge-Kutta methods
    • Boundary value problems (shooting method)
    • Partial differential equations
Course Texts:

Course Text:
Chapra, Steven C., Raymond P. Canale. Numerical Methods for Engineers (5th edition). McGraw-Hill (2006).

 

Textbooks can be ordered from the UNB Fredericton Bookstore:
506-453-4664

 
Assignments and Examinations

Schedule for assignments and quizzes arranged at start of course, but entirely flexible. At least seven days notice normally required to arrange final exam.
Time Limit:

Six months
Fees:

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Fees are subject to change by the Board of Governors.
Methods of Payment:

Once you complete the Apply Now form below, please send payment. Methods of payment accepted:
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