University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines SYLLABUS

(Formerly Mindanao University of Science and Technology) Course Title: Numerical Methods and Analysis
College: College of Engineering and Architecture Course Code: Math41
Department: Electrical Engineering Credits: 3
USTP Vision Semester/Year: 1st Sem, S.Y.2017-2018 Prerequisite(s): Math38 (Differential Equations)
A nationally - recognized Science Bldg/Rm no.: Co-requisite(s):
and Technology University Instructor: Ellen Jane G. Gulben Consultation Schedule:
providing the vital link between Email:ellenjane.gulben@ustp.edu.ph Bldg./Rm:
education and the economy. Mobile no.: 09272583470 Office Phone no./Local:
I. Course Description:
USTP Mission Numerical Methods and Analysis introduces concepts and techniques by which mathematical problems are formulated so that they can be
 Bring the world of work solved by arithmetic operations aided by programming software’s (e.g. Excel VBA and MATLAB).
(industry) into the actual higher II. Course Outcomes (CO) Program Outcomes (PO)
education and training of At the end of this course the students will be able to: a b c d e f g h i j k l m
students; CO1: discuss, solve and explain: 1) how to formulate problems as a
 Offer entrepreneurs the mathematical model; and 2) how the different types of errors are I I I I
opportunity to maximize their generated and resolved.
business potentials through a CO2: discuss, solve and explain: 1) how to define the roots of an
gamut of services from product equation through various methods; and 2) how to get efficient I I I I
conceptualization to means/ways to obtain the answers.
commercialization; CO3: discuss, solve and explain various techniques in solving linear
I I I I
 Contribute significantly to the algebraic systems. Students will be able to design software algorithms.
national development goals of CO4: discuss, solve and explain techniques how to fit curves to obtain
food security and energy intermediate estimates, the applications known as curve fitting.
sufficiency through Technology Students will be able to design software algorithms.
solutions

Program Educational Objectives:

Three to Five years from
Graduation:
PEO1: The graduates are industry-
competent electrical practitioners.
PEO2: The graduates are significant III. Course Outline:
contributors to the national
development through electrical Cours
engineering solutions and innovations. Allott e
Intended Learning Suggested Teaching-Learning Assessment Grading Rem
ed Outc Topic/s
PEO3: The graduates are thought Outcomes(ILO) Readings Activities Tasks/Tools Criteria ark
Time omes
leaders and catalyst for improvement
(CO)
in the industry, business, and
academe.
The students will be Basic Quantities Chapter1-2 1. Lecture/Discussion 1. Quizzes (see rubrics
able to discuss and Introduction to of [1] Sample problem 2. Seatwork for quizzes/
Program Outcomes: 3. Major
explain: 1) how to Numerical Sample Exercises assignment/
The graduates of the Electrical Examinations
formulate problems as methods; exam)
Engineering 4. Assignment)
Modelling;
Program will be able to: a mathematical model; 5. Final Projects
14 hrs Approximationss
a. Apply knowledge of mathematics, CO1 and 2) how the (Rubrics)
and Errors;
sciences, and engineering to solve different types of Mclaurin Series
complex engineering problems errors are generated Expansion; Taylor
appropriate to the field of electrical and resolved. Series Expansion;
engineering practice. Error Propagation

b. Analyze complex electrical The students will be Roots of Chapter 5-6 1. Lecture/discussions 1. Quizzes (see rubrics
engineering problems and formulate able to discuss and Equation; of [1] 2. Team – Based 2. Seatwork for quizzes/
solutions using principles of explain: 1) how to Bracketing Learning 3. Major assignment/
mathematics and engineering methods; 3. Problem Sets and Examinations
define the roots of an exam)
sciences. Graphical method; Drills 4. Assignment
equation through Bi-section 5. Final Projects
12 hrs CO2 various methods; and method; false (Rubrics)
c. Design, implement, and evaluate
systems, components, or processes to 2) how to get position method;
meet desired needs and requirements efficient means/ways Newton-Raphson
within identified constraints. to obtain the method;
answers.
d. Design and conduct experiments,
analyze and interpret data in electrical
engineering fields specifically on 2hrs
MIDTERM EXAMINATION
power systems, power electronics,
renewable energy, and power
economics. The students will be Linear Algebraic Chapter 9 1. Lecture/discussions 1. Quizzes (see rubrics
able to discuss and Equations; Gauss [1] 2. Team – Based 2. Seatwork for project,
e. Apply knowledge through the use elimination; Learning 3. Major quizzes/
explain various
of current techniques, skills, modern Gauss-Jordan 3. Problem Sets and Examinations
techniques in solving assignment/
engineering tools necessary for elimination; Drills 4. Assignment
linear algebraic 4. Active and 5. Final Projects exam)
electrical engineering practice. CO3 Gauss-Seidel
12hrs systems. Students Elimination; Experiential (Rubrics)
f. Discuss contemporary issues will be able to design Learning
a. Project Based
involving societal, health, safety, software algorithms. Learning
professional, ethical, legal, and
b. Challenge Based
cultural concerning the practice of
electrical engineering profession. Learning

The students will be Curve Fitting; Chapter17, 1. Lecture/discussions 1. Quizzes (see rubrics
g. Explain the effects of electrical
able to discuss and Least-squares 21 [1] 2. Team – Based 2. Seatwork for project,
engineering solutions in a Learning 3. Major
explain techniques regression; quizzes/
comprehensive societal, economics 3. Problem Sets and Examinations
Interpolation; assignment/
and environmental context for how to fit curves to Drills 4. Assignment
sustainable development goals. obtain intermediate 4. Active and 5. Final Projects exam)
estimates, the Experiential (Rubrics)
h. Recognize professional, social, and 4hrs CO4 Learning
applications known
ethical responsibility for the practice a. Project Based
of electrical engineering profession. as curve fitting. Learning
Students will be able b. Challenge Based
i. Work effectively as an individual and to design software Learning
as a member or a leader in a trans– algorithms.
disciplinary and multi–cultural teams
recognizing the different roles within
a team to accomplish a common goal. FINAL EXAMINATION
2hrs

j. Proficient in business and technical

communication, and internationally
accepted Electrical Engineering
standards. IV. Course Requirements:
 Class attendance and participation policy:
k. Use engineering and management
 Attendance refer to Student Handbook
principles as a member or a leader in a
2. Course Readings/Materials:
team, to manage projects and in
multidisciplinary environment. (a) Titles, authors, and editions of textbooks and other materials, required and recommended

l. Recognize the need to be updated
of the developments in the specific
field of practice of electrical
engineering and be prepared to
engage in life – long learning
m. Participate in the generation of
new knowledge and advancement of
existing knowledge, in research and
development projects, and in
technopreneurial activities in the
areas of power systems, power
electronics, renewable energy, and
power economics aligned to regional
and national development agenda or
goals.
Code Descriptor
I Introductory Course
E Enabling Course
D Demonstrative Course
Code Definition
An introductory
I
course to an outcome
A course that
E strengthens the
outcome
A course
D demonstrating an
outcome
1. S. C. Chapra, & R.P. Canale, Numerical Methods for Engineers, 6th edition, McGraw-Hill, New York, ©2010.
2. J. Kiusalaas, Numerical Methods for Engineers with Matlab, Cambridge University Press, New York, ©2005.
3. J. D. Hoffman, Numerical Methods for Engineers and Scientist, 2nd edition, Marcel Dekker Inc., New York, ©2001
4. G. W. Collins II, Fundamental Numerical Methods and Data Analysis, internet edition, ©2003
5. S. C. Chapra, Applied Numerical Methods with Matlab, 3rd edition, McGraw-Hill, New York, ©2008.
(b) Supplies needed (calculators, softwares, workbooks, disks, CDs, lab supplies, art supplies, etc.)
 Whiteboard / Blackboard
 Whiteboard Marker / Chalk
 LCD Projectors
 Computers for Laboratory Simulations
 Laboratory Materials
(c) URLs for online resources
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3. Assignments, Assessment, and Evaluation
(a) Policy concerning homework
 6 homework/assignment in a Term
(b) Policy concerning make-up exams
 refer to student handbook
(c) Policy concerning late assignments/requirements
 late assignments will not be accepted
(d) Preliminary information on term papers or projects, with due dates
 late projects will be given equivalent deduction per hour
(e) List of assignments that will impact the final grade and % weight given each
 3 assignments per term
(f) Description in detail of grading processes and criteria (how many quizzes, tests, papers; weighting of each; amount of
homework, etc.) or the GRADING POLICY
(Passing Percentage is 70%)
Periodic Grade: Grade:
Periodic Exam - 30 % Midterm = 50%CO1 + 50%CO2 - 50%
Quizzes - 40 % Final = 20%CO1 + 40%CO2 + 40% CO3 - 50%
Performance Task - 20% Final Gade = 100%
Others - 10 %
100 %
 (g) Subject-to-change notice - TBA
(h)) Date and time of Midterm and Final Exam - TBA
4. Use of VLS in class to distribute course materials, to communicate and collaborate online, to post grades, to submit assignments,
and to give you online quizzes and surveys.
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Disclaimer:

Every attempt is made to provide a complete syllabus that provides an accurate overview of the subject. However, circumstances and events make it necessary for the instructor to modify the syllabus during the semester. This may depend, in part, on the progress, needs, and
experiences of the students.

Prepared by

ELLEN JANE G. GULBEN, REE, MSEE

Instructor

Recommending Approval:

ROJIEN V. MORCILLA, PEE, MoE

Chairman

Approved by:

CONSORCIO S. NAMOCO, Jr., D.Eng.

Dean