Syllabus: Computer Science 391

COMPUTER SCIENCE 391
Numerical Analysis

Dr. Theresa Beaubouef, Professor of Computer Science

OFFICE: 329C Fayard Hall

**OFFICE HOURS**
Tues	9:00 - 9:30, 10:45 - 11:00, 12:15 - 2:00
Wed	11:30 - 2:00
Thur	9:00 - 9:30, 10:45 - 11:00, 12:15 - 2:00

Or by appointment.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

          Phone: 985-549-3751, 549-2189
          Email: tbeaubouef@selu.edu
          Mailing Address: Southeastern Louisiana University
                                         Department of Computer Science and Industrial Technology
                                         SLU 10847
                                         Hammond, LA 70402

COURSE OBJECTIVES: Students will understand the basics of numerical computing and analysis. They will learn about the various types of errors and problems associated with computation, and be able to compare methods based on error and efficiency criteria. Some topics/methods covered are: nonlinear equations, sets of equations, interpolation and curve fitting, numerical differentiation and integration. Students will implement and analyze many of these algorithms on the computer.

TEXT: Applied Numerical Analysis by Gerald and Wheatley, 7th ed.

GRADES: Final course grades will be computed as follows:

Test 1	15%
Test 2	15%
Test 3	15%
Programs/Assignments* (5-10)	20% (May include class presentations)
Quizzes/Homework/Class Activities	10% (No Make-ups or late assignments)
Final Exam	25%

*All assignments are due at the beginning of class on due date. Early submission is encouraged.
Click here for PROGRAMMING GUIDELINES.

Late on same day (even one minute): -20%, Late next day –40%, Next day grade will be zero for the assignment. Grades are based on ten-point scale, NO CURVING, NO EXTRA CREDIT.

TENTATIVE COURSE SCHEDULE: Chapter 0 and 1, Test 1, chapter 2, Test 2, chapters 3 and 5, Test 3, parts of chapters 6 and 7, (selected topics as time permits), comprehensive Final Exam.
All test dates and assignment due dates will be announced in class and/or via email at least one week ahead of time. All dates are firm. Schedule may be modified to adapt to the needs of the class.

ATTENDANCE: Absences will have an adverse effect on your grade in the following ways: missed quiz points, missed announcements concerning assignments and due dates, non-exposure to material not directly covered in text.

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: University policy will be followed for cases involving alleged academic dishonesty. Copying any part of another student’s program or exam is CHEATING. Allowing another student to copy is also CHEATING.

CLASSROOM DECORUM: The following activities are considered unacceptable in the classroom: eating, drinking, use of tobacco, use of electronic equipment, use of beepers or phones, profanity, sleeping, acting in an unsafe manner, repeatedly talking without being recognized, habitual tardiness.

NOTES:

Last day to drop: October 23, 2009.
Check email often for important announcements.
Final Exam: Dec. 8 at 10:45am.
Holidays: Sep 7, Oct 1-2, Nov 25-27.
Students are responsible for all assigned reading material covered in text, whether covered in class or not. Students are responsible for all material covered in class or on handouts, whether covered in textbook or not.
This course will NOT be offered by SLU in any form in the Spring semester. Plan to work hard and do well THIS semester.
If you are a qualified student with a disability seeking accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, you are required to self-identify with the Office of Student life, Room 203, Student Union.

last updated August, 2009