Author Description
Author Alastair Wood provides a clear and concise book for novice numerical analysts. Computer based experiments allow readers to learn by doing. Methods are developed with sufficient background, allowing readers to see why a method works and when a method does not work. Wood offers an introduction to the more basic theoretical elements, as well as generating practical skills. Computer skills and real applications are stressed as Wood explores such topics as the Taylor Series, Maclaurin Series, Jacobi Iteration and Gauss-Seidel iteration. For novice Numerical Analysts.
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THE THESIS
This text investigates the fundamental principles and practical applications of numerical analysis for students and novice practitioners. Alastair Wood provides a structured introduction to the field, balancing theoretical foundations with hands-on computational experimentation. By emphasizing the mechanics behind various algorithms, the author enables readers to evaluate the efficacy and limitations of specific numerical methods in real-world scenarios.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Theoretical exploration of Taylor and Maclaurin series expansions.
- Practical implementation of iterative solvers including Jacobi and Gauss-Seidel iteration.
- Pedagogical framework centered on computer-based experimentation and active learning.
- Analysis of method reliability and error constraints in computational mathematics.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and educators frequently cite this work as a highly accessible entry point for students transitioning into computational mathematics. Readers often note the clarity of the prose and the effectiveness of the integrated computer-based exercises in reinforcing complex numerical concepts.
Page Count:
349
Publication Date:
2000-01-01
Publisher:
Addison-Wesley
ISBN-10:
020134291X
ISBN-13:
9780201342918
Computer Science
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Numerical analysis
Mathematics
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