MATH 226 Numerical Methods for EEMEF UniversityDegree Programs PsychologyGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy Statement
Psychology
Bachelor Length of the Programme: 4 Number of Credits: 240 TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF: Level 6

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

School/Faculty/Institute Faculty of Engineering
Course Code MATH 226
Course Title in English Numerical Methods for EE
Course Title in Turkish Elektrik-Elektronik Mühendisleri için Sayısal Yöntemler
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Flipped Classroom,Other
Level of Course Introductory
Semester Fall
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: - Lab: 1 Other: -
Estimated Student Workload 150 hours per semester
Number of Credits 6 ECTS
Grading Mode Standard Letter Grade
Pre-requisites MATH 106 - Calculus II | MATH 116 - Calculus II
COMP 103 - Computer Programming | COMP 105 - Computer Programming (C) | COMP 109 - Computer Programming (JAVA)
MATH 211 - Linear Algebra
Expected Prior Knowledge Prior knowledge in linear algebra, differential and integral calculus and differential equations is expected.
Co-requisites None
Registration Restrictions Only Undergraduate Students
Overall Educational Objective To learn the numerical methods necessary for efficient solution of engineering problems.
Course Description This course provides a comprehensive understanding of numerical methods necessary for solving engineering problems. The following topics are covered: Study of errors associated with a numerical solution; Numerical solutions for systems of linear and nonlinear equations, linear least squares method, optimization problems, interpolation, numerical integration and differentiation; Implementation of numerical algorithms using a computer programming language.
Course Description in Turkish Bu ders mühendislik problemlerinin çözümüm için gerekli sayısal yöntemlerin tam olarak anlaşılmasını sağlamaktadır. Aşağıdaki konular kapsanacaktır: Sayısal çözümlerden kaynaklanan hataların irdelenmesi; Doğrusal ve doğrusal olmayan denklem sistemleri, doğrusal en küçük kareler yöntemi, eniyileme problemleri, aradeğer bulma, sayısal türev ve integral için sayısal çözümler; Sayısal algoritmaların bir programlama dilinde yazılması.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) Know computer arithmetic and identify sources of errors.
2) Comprehend the mathematical concepts underlying several numerical methods;
3) Apply numerical solution algorithms to several classes of problems (e.g., linear and non-linear equations, optimization, interpolation, etc.);
4) Use numerical methods in various types of engineering problems.
5) Implement a range of numerical algorithms efficiently using a computer programming language.
Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5
1) Thorough knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
2) Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation.
3) Competence to use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to solving problems related to behavior and mental processes.
4) Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts.
5) Ability to weigh evidence, to tolerate ambiguity, and to reflect other values that underpin psychology as a discipline.
6) Internalization and dissemination of professional ethical standards.
7) Demonstration of competence in information technologies, and the ability to use computer and other technologies for purposes related to the pursuit of knowledge in psychology and the broader social sciences.
8) Skills to communicate the knowledge of psychological science effectively, in a variety of formats, in both Turkish and in English (in English, at least CEFR B2 level).
9) Recognition, understanding, and respect for the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity.
10) Recognition for the need for, and the skills to pursue, lifelong learning, inquiry, and self-improvement.
11) Ability to formulate critical hypotheses based on psychological theory and literature, and design studies to test those hypotheses.
12) Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning.
13) Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations.

Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences

N None S Supportive H Highly Related
     
Program Outcomes and Competences Level Assessed by
1) Thorough knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology. N
2) Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation. N
3) Competence to use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to solving problems related to behavior and mental processes. H Exam,HW,Participation
4) Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts. N
5) Ability to weigh evidence, to tolerate ambiguity, and to reflect other values that underpin psychology as a discipline. N
6) Internalization and dissemination of professional ethical standards. N
7) Demonstration of competence in information technologies, and the ability to use computer and other technologies for purposes related to the pursuit of knowledge in psychology and the broader social sciences. N
8) Skills to communicate the knowledge of psychological science effectively, in a variety of formats, in both Turkish and in English (in English, at least CEFR B2 level). N
9) Recognition, understanding, and respect for the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity. S Participation
10) Recognition for the need for, and the skills to pursue, lifelong learning, inquiry, and self-improvement. S HW,Participation
11) Ability to formulate critical hypotheses based on psychological theory and literature, and design studies to test those hypotheses. N
12) Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning. S Exam,HW
13) Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. H Exam,HW
Prepared by and Date EBRU ARISOY SARAÇLAR , December 2018
Course Coordinator EBRU ARISOY SARAÇLAR
Semester Fall
Name of Instructor Prof. Dr. MUSTAFA ALTUN

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Computer Arithmetic
2) Computer Arithmetic
3) Systems of Linear Equations
4) Systems of Linear Equations
5) Linear Least Squares
6) Linear Least Squares
7) Nonlinear Equations
8) Nonlinear Equations
9) Optimization
10) Optimization
11) Interpolation
12) Interpolation
13) Numerical Integration and Differentiation
14) Numerical Integration and Differentiation
15) Final Exam/Project/Presentation Period
16) Final Exam/Project/Presentation Period
Required/Recommended ReadingsText Book: Scientific Computing: An Introductory Survey, 2nd ed., by Michael T. Heath, McGraw Hill. References: Books on Numerical Analysis Numerical Methods for Engineers by Steven C. Chapra and Raymond P. Canale Books on C Deitel & Deitel, C How to Program, Prentice Hall
Teaching MethodsLectures/contact hours using “flipped classroom” as an active learning technique
Homework and ProjectsHomework questions will be assigned to the students and there will be quizzes containing questions from the homework assignments. There will be also pop quizzes related to lecture content.
Laboratory WorkNone
Computer UseStudents will use a programming language (C / C++ / Java) in the computer lab during the recitation section. The projects will also be written in this programming language.
Other ActivitiesNone
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
Quiz(zes) 5 % 12
Project 3 % 18
Midterm(s) 2 % 70
TOTAL % 100
Course Administration

Instructor’s office and phone number: 5th Floor, (0212) 3953677 office hours: TBA email address: saraclare@mef.edu.tr Rules for attendance: - Missing a quiz: No make-up will be given. Missing a midterm: Provided that proper documents of excuse are presented, a make-up exam will be given for each missed midterm. Missing a final: Faculty regulations. A reminder of proper classroom behavior, code of student conduct: YÖK Regulations Academic Dishonesty and Plagiarism: YÖK Regulations

ECTS Student Workload Estimation

Activity No/Weeks Hours Calculation
No/Weeks per Semester Preparing for the Activity Spent in the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements
Course Hours 14 2 3 70
Laboratory 7 0 1 7
Project 3 5 5 30
Quiz(zes) 5 3 0.4 17
Midterm(s) 2 13 1.5 29
Total Workload 153
Total Workload/25 6.1
ECTS 6