METE503 MATH. METHODS IN MATERIALS RESEARCH I

Course Code:5700503
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:8.0
Department:Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Graduate
Course Coordinator:Prof.Dr. AHMET MACİT ÖZENBAŞ, Prof.Dr. MEHMET KADRİ AYDINOL
Offered Semester:Fall Semesters.

Course Objectives

The students will learn:

to expand functions in Fourier series, take Fourier transform

to derive wave and heat equation

to use separation of variables in the solution of partial differential equations

to use numerical techniques to solve ordinary and partial differential equations


Course Content

Review of ordinary differential equations, partial differential equations, solution techniques, special functions, separation of variables, transform techniques, approximate techniques.


Course Learning Outcomes

the students will be able to:

Model problems from engineering applications through differential equations

Apply Fourier analysis and derive differential equations in the solution of mathematical problems.

Devise mathematical approaches to solve complex engineering problems.

Apply appropriate computational tools in the solution of mathematical problems.

 


Program Outcomes Matrix

Contribution
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1can reach the general and specific knowledge/information, can analyze, crystalize and implement these in conducting scientific research in the field.
2have compressive knowledge on the up-to-date engineering practices and methods and their limitations.
3are equipped with the analytical characterization knowledge required in realizing observational/experimental work-based research activities in the field.
4can clearly define and formulate problems related to the field, and develop exceptional and novel procedures to solve such problems.
5develop new and/or original ideas and methods; design complex systems or processes and invent novel/alternative solutions in his designs.
6can work effectively as a member of a team in his own field or interdisciplinary groups, he can be the leader in such formations and offer solutions in intricate cases; can also work independently and take responsibility.
7can communicate well in spoken and written English effectively.