Numerical Methods Exam

Primary Source

Numerical Methods for Engineers (7th edition), Chapra and Canale
Chapters 1-7, 9-11, 13-15, 17, 18, 21-23, 25-27

Associated USU Course

MAE 2450 Engineering Numerical Methods

Exam Format and Allowed Materials

• Closed book.
• Closed notes.
• Non-graphing scientific calculator and ruler allowed.
• One double-sided handwritten formula sheet allowed.

Study Recommendations

It is recommended to focus on Chapters 4-7, 9-11, 13, 14, 18, 21-23, 25, and 26. In addition, you are expected to do basic indefinite and definite integrations. As you study, pay attention to the underlying assumptions, convergence criteria, and computational complexity of the numerical methods. Students are encouraged to focus on textbook sections and examples that teach fundamentals of the underlying numerical methods, and pseudocode design for implementing these methods. Sections that teach use of software packages (e.g., MATLAB, MS excel) should receive less attention.