Numerical Algorithms
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Description
We cover some key numerical algorithms for real-world applications, like GPS localization, TrueType fonts, robotic motion, Google’s PageRank, and JPEG compression. After going through some preliminary basics (Newton's root finding method, direct and iterative methods for solving linear systems, polynomial interpolation), we are ready to discuss the algorithms above, which are based on the concepts of least squares, Bézier curves, quadrature, eigenvalues, and the discrete cosine transformation, respectively.
Objectives
This course brings fundamental mathematical concepts to life by studying concrete examples of important everyday problems and explaining how they are solved by numerical algorithms. The students will understand the theoretical background of these methods, learn how to implement them, and experience the practical aspects.
Teaching mode
In presence
Learning methods
The topics will be presented in the form of lectures and tutorials. Homework assignments with theoretical and practical programming exercises will be handed out, partially graded, and discussed.
Examination information
The course grade is determined by the results of the homework assignments (20%) and the written final exam (80%).
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Education
- Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence, Lecture, 1st year (3.0 ECTS)
- Master of Science in Computational Science, Lecture, Elective, 1st year
- Master of Science in Computational Science, Lecture, Elective, 2nd year
- Master of Science in Informatics, Lecture, Artificial Intelligence, Elective, 2nd year (3.0 ECTS)
- Master of Science in Informatics, Lecture, Theory and Algorithms, Elective, 1st year
- Master of Science in Informatics, Lecture, Theory and Algorithms, Elective, 2nd year
- PhD programme of the Faculty of Informatics, Lecture, Elective, 1st year (4.0 ECTS)
