Republic of the Philippines

Tarlac State University

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Tarlac City

SYLLABUS
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MATH 11A
Numerical Methods with Computer
Applications

Prepared by:
ENGR. FERDINAND L. MARCOS

Recommending Approval:
ENGR. CRISPIN I. FLORA
Chairman
DR. MIRIAM S. GALVEZ
Dean, College of Engineering

Approved:
DR. LOLITA V. SICAT
VP, Academic Affairs

Date Effective:
SY 2014-2015

Tarlac State University

B.S. Electrical Engineering

VISION
Tarlac State University is envisioned to be a premier University in the AsiaPacific.
MISSION
Tarlac State University commits to promote and sustain the offering of quality
and relevant programs in higher and advanced education ensuring equitable
access to education for people empowerment, professional development, and
global competitiveness.
Toward this end, TSU shall:
1. Provide quality instruction through qualified, competent and adequately
trained faculty members and support staff.
2. Be a premier research institution by enhancing research undertakings in
the fields of technology and sciences and strengthening collaboration
with local and international institutions.
3. Be a champion in community development by strengthening
partnership with public and private organizations and individuals.
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
1. To produce B.S. Electrical Engineering graduates who are
fully equipped with the fundamentals of electrical
engineering that will allow them to be immediately
competitive in industry or in graduate work while
providing the best opportunity for achieving their full
potential;
2. To develop B. S. Electrical Engineering graduates who
have a strong sense of ethical and professional
responsibility and social awarenesss.

MISSION
1 2 3

COURSE SYLLABUS
1. Course Code:

MATH 11A

2. Course Title:

Numerical Methods with Computer Applications

3. Pre-requisite:

Advanced Engineering Mathematics (Math 10E)

4. Co-requisite:

Numerical Methods with Computer Applications Lab

5. Credit:

2 units

6. Course Description: Deals with the study of direct and iterative numerical
methods in engineering, determination of error bounds in calculations,
computation of series expansions, roots of algebraic and equations, numerical
differentiation and integration, solution to simultaneous linear and non-linear
equations, function approximation and interpolation, differential equations, and
their applications.

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Approved by:

2nd Semester 2014-2015

1st Semester 2014-2015

Engr. F. L. Marcos

Engr. M.S. Galvez

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7. Program Outcomes and Relationship to Program Educational

Objectives:

Program Outcomes
The B.S. Electrical Engineering graduate should have developed the
ability to:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)

(i)
(j)
(k)
(l)
(m)
(n)
(o)

Program
Educatio
nal
Objective
s
1
2

Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the specific

field of practice;
Effectively communicate orally and in writing;
Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and
multi-cultural teams;
Act in recognition of professional, social, and ethical
responsibilities; and
Preserve and promote Filipino historical and cultural heritage
Apply knowledge of mathematics and sciences to solve
engineering problems;
design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and
interpret data;
design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental,
social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability,
and sustainability, in accordance with standards;
identify, formulate and solve engineering problems;
understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global,
economic, environmental, and societal context;
recognize the need for and engage in life-long learning;
apply techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools
necessary for engineering practice; and
know and understand engineering and management principles
as a member and/or leader in a team to manage projects in
multidisciplinary environments;
assess and evaluate power systems operations under normal
and abnormal conditions; and
analyze the operating principles related to power generation
from non-conventional sources of energy

8. Course Outcomes and Relationships to Program Outcomes:

Course Outcomes
After completion of the
course, the student
should be able to:
1. Find the roots of
algebraic
and
transcendental
equation
in
one
variable
2. Perform
Finite
Differences,
Interpolation
and
Approximation
3. Perform
Numerical
Differentiation
and
Integration

Program Outcomes
a

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Approved by:

2nd Semester 2014-2015

1st Semester 2014-2015

Engr. F. L. Marcos

Engr. M.S. Galvez

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4. Solve
Ordinary
Differential Equation
by Numerical Method

E = Enabling; I = Introductory; D = Demonstrative

9. Course Coverage:

Teaching and
Learning
Activities

Week

Topics

Orientation; discussion of course

goals and expected outcomes;
discussion of course policies, grading
system

Discussion

Algorithms and their Complexity

Lecture; class
discussion

The growth of Functions

Lecture; class
discussion

Analysis of Errors in Numerical

Calculations

Lecture; class
discussion

5-6

Evaluation of Series Expansion of

Functions

Lecture; class
discussion

7-8

Roots of Algebraic and

Transcendental Equations

Lecture; class
discussion

Recitation,
Board work,
Home work
Board work,
Homework
Board work,
Homework,
and Quiz 1
Board work,
Homework
Board work,
Homework
and Quiz 2

MIDTERM
Lecture; class
discussion
Lecture; class
discussion

10

Simultaneous Linear Equations

11

Simultaneous Nonlinear Equations

12

Functions Approximation and

Interpolation

Lecture; class
discussion

1314

Numerical Differentiation and

Integration

15

Ordinary Differential Equations

16

Partial Differential Equations

Lecture; class
discussion
Lecture; class
discussion
Lecture; class
discussion

17

Optimization

18

FINAL EXAM

10.

Assessment
Tasks Week

Lecture; class
discussion

Board work,
Homework
Board work,
Homework
Board work,
Homework,
and
Quiz 3
Board work,
Homework
Board work,
Homework
Board work,
Homework
Board work,
Homework,
and Quiz 4

Suggested References:

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Approved by:

2nd Semester 2014-2015

1st Semester 2014-2015

Engr. F. L. Marcos

Engr. M.S. Galvez

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a. Numerical Methods by Jonathan B. Cabero, Donata D. Acula, Anvil Publishing,

1st ed., 2012
b. Numerical Methods with MATLAB for Engineers and Scientists by Steven
Chapra, McGraw-Hill Corporation, Inc, 2nd ed., 2008
c. Advanced Engineering Mathematics by Erwin Kreyzig, Wiley, 8 th ed., 1999
d. Elementary Numerical Analysis by Kendall E. Atkinson, Hoboken, Wiley and
Sons, 2004

11.

Course Assessment:
Quizzes
45%
Term Examination
40%
Home work/Seatwork/Recitation/Attendance
15%
===
100%
Final Grade = (Mid Term + Final Term) / 2
Passing Grade = 60%
Grading System
Average
96-100
91-95
86-90
81-85
76-80
71-75
65-70
60-64
Below 60

Grade
1.00
1.25
1.50
2.00
2.25
2.50
2.75
3.00
5.00

Aside from academic deficiency, other grounds for a failing grade are:
Grave misconduct and/or cheating during examinations
Unexcused absences of more than 20% of required number of
meetings per term
A failing academic standing and failure to take the final exam

12.

Committee Members:
Engr. Ferdinand L. Marcos Chairman
Engr. Leo P. Piao

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Approved by:

2nd Semester 2014-2015

1st Semester 2014-2015

Engr. F. L. Marcos

Engr. M.S. Galvez

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