6 ECTS; 1º Ano, 2º Semestre, 28,0 T + 28,0 TP + 5,0 OT + 2,0 O , Cód. 30198.
Lecturer
            - Luís Miguel Merca Fernandes  (2)
- Cristina Maria Mendes Andrade  (2)
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
          Not applicable.
Objectives
          The students will acquire knowledge about mathematical models, calculation techniques and methods:
-analysis of a real situation, its interpretation and simplification
-design and mathematical modelling of real models
-analysis, interpretation and evaluation through simulation.
Program
          1. Mathematical Modelation Principles
2. Introduction to Matlab Programming
3. Numerical Methods Topics
3.1. Matrix algebra and linear equations systems
3.2. Non-linear equations
3.3. Polynomial interpolation
3.4. Numerical integration
3.5. Numerical methods for ordinary differential equations
3.6. Differential equations of partial derivatives
4. Simulation: Case studies
Evaluation Methodology
          Assessment:
- 2 mandatory group projects (45%+45%) 
- 1 individual work (10%)
Bibliography
          - Faires, J.  e Burden, R. (2011). Numerical analysis.. Boston, USA:  Brooks/Cole, Cengage Learning
- Han, W.  e Atkinson, K. (2003). Elementary numerical analysis. USA:  John Wiley
- Heath, M. (2002). Scientific Computing: an Introductory survey. New York, USA:  McGraw-Hill
- Heinz, S. (2011).  Mathematical modelling. New York, USA:  Springer
Teaching Method
          Theoretical-practical lessons focused on the use of Matlab and supported by interactive class debates.
Software used in class
          Matlab


















