MEST4520 Research Theory and Method 2 Course description

Through the work in this course, the students will gain insight into areas of mathematics that are important to the modelling of technical and natural science systems and processes. The topics covered are included in engineering programmes the world over. The topics are necessary in order to enable engineers to communicate professionally in an efficient and precise manner and to participate in professional discussions. Students will practise using, and to some extent also develop, mathematical software in the work on the course, which will enable to perform calculations in a work situation. Such implementations are exclusively motivated by numerical problems solving and understanding mathematical concepts.

One internal examiner. External examiners are used regularly.

None.

The teaching is organised as scheduled work sessions. During the work sessions, the students shall practise the subject matter that is presented. Some of the teaching will comprise problem-solving practice, where implementing numerical algorithms is a natural component. The content of the practice includes discussions and cooperation, and individual practice on assignments. Between the scheduled work sessions, the students must work individually on calculating exercises and studying the syllabus.

The following coursework is compulsory and must be approved before the student can sit the exam:

• At least one individual written assignment in which the use of software is an integral part.

Individual written exam, 3 hours.

The exam result can be appealed.

The following coursework is compulsory and must be approved before the student can sit the exam:

• At least one individual written assignment in which the use of software is an integral part.

Individual written exam, 3 hours.

The exam result can be appealed.

All written and printed aids are allowed. Handheld calculator that cannot be used for wireless communication or to perform symbolic calculations. Random checks may be carried out.

Grade scale A-F

Martin Lilleeng Sætra