ACM 106c
Introductory Methods of Computational Mathematics

Instructor
Eric Chung
Office: Firestone 315
Phone: 626.395.4550
Office Hours: by appointment
Email: tschung@acm.caltech.edu

TA
Ari Stern
Office: 228 Guggenheim
Office Hours: Mondays 2-3pm
Email: astern@acm.caltech.edu

Reference book
Finite difference schemes and partial differential equations, Strikwerda
Finite difference methods for ordinary and partial differential equations, LeVeque
Numerical solution of partial differential equations by the finite element method, Johnson
Finite element methods and their applications, Chen

Grading
There will be problem sets throughout the term as well as a closed-book midterm and final. Grades will be assigned according to the following allocation.
Problem sets: 20%
Midterm: 30%
Final: 50%