University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: 12 noon Monday (even weeks), Tuesday, Thursday.

This module introduces students to some of the ideas, techniques and constraints that underpin modern approaches to the numerical modelling of physical processes that may be described by partial differential equations. Students will gain experience in implementing a variety of standard numerical methods where they will carry out three projects involving code development, testing and analysis/interpretation of results.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass MT3802 and pass MT4112

Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take MT5806

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2 lectures (x 10 weeks), 1 practical (x 11 weeks)

Scheduled learning hours: 29

Guided independent study hours: 120

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: Oral examination = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr S J Brooks
Module teaching staff: Dr Stephen Brooks, Dr Richard Scott
Module coordinator email sjb14@st-andrews.ac.uk