MATH 4250

MATH 4250

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Introduction to the fundamentals of numerical analysis: error analysis, approximation, interpolation, numerical integration. In the second half of the course, the above are used to build approximate solvers for ordinary and partial differential equations. Strong emphasis is placed on understanding the advantages, disadvantages, and limits of applicability for all the covered techniques. Computer programming is required to test the theoretical concepts throughout the course.


Prerequisites REF-FA25/Corequisites REF-FA25 MATH 2210, MATH 2230-MATH 2240, MATH 2310, or MATH 2940 or equivalent and one additional mathematics course numbered 3000 or above. Corequisites: None.

Distribution Requirements (OPHLS-AG, MQL-AG), (SMR-AS)

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one independent study. Combined with: CS 4210MATH 5250

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2400 MATH 4250   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
    • Townsend, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  6875 MATH 4250   IND 601

    • TBA
    • Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
    • Townsend, A

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies