MEC2456 Engineering computational analysis

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Understand the role of computers and numerical analysis in modern engineering practice

2. 2

   Ability to evaluate stability, efficiency and accuracy constraints on available methods for numerical approximation of engineering solutions

3. 3

   Ability to apply numerical methods for interpolation, root-finding, integration, solution of ordinary and partial differential equations, and analysis of data.

4. 4

   Knowledge and skills to generate accurate solutions to engineering problems using numerical computing

5. 5

   Knowledge of the types of equations which arise in computational mechanics

6. 6

   Understanding of the use of finite difference, finite volume and finite element methods, to solve computational mechanics problems

7. 7

   Understanding and applying methods for data analysis, including sampling, Fourier transforms and filtering

8. 8

   Solve engineering problems numerically

9. 9

   Determine the appropriate technique to solve a problem through consideration of the accuracy, efficiency and stability of available methods

10. 10

    Acquire, analyse and interpret data

11. 11

    Complete tasks as part of a team

12. 12

    Improve oral and written communication skills

13. 13

    Appreciation of the role of computers in engineering industry

14. 14

    Confidence in identifying engineering problems and formulating original solutions