The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

The National Commission for

Academic Accreditation [NCAA]

Al-Hussein Bin Talal University

Faculty of Engineering

Department of Environmental Engineering

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 COURSE OUTLINE
0502200
Engineering Numerical Methods

- Institution: Al-Hussein Bin Talal University

- Faculty/Department: Faculty of Engineering / Department of Environmental Engineering

A. Course Identification and General Information

1. Course title and code: Engineering Numerical Methods (0502200)
2. Credit hours: 3
3. Program(s) in which the course is offered. Faculty Requirement for Bachelor of Engineering
(If general elective available in many programs indicate this rather than list programs)
Compulsory Faculty of Engineering Program Students
4. Name of faculty member responsible for the course: Eng. Aya Hani Almohtasib
5. Level/year at which this course is offered: 2
6. Pre-requisites for this course (if any): calculus 2 (0302102)
7. Co-requisites for this course (if any): None
8. Location if not on main campus: None

B. Objectives
1. Summary of the main learning outcomes for students enrolled in the course.
Students will know and understand the following:

1. understand the key ideas, concepts and definitions of the computational algorithms, sources of
errors, convergence theorems;
2. implement a given algorithm in Matlab (or related software package) and test and validate codes to
solve a given differential equation numerically;
3. choose the best numerical method to apply to solve a given differential equation and quantify the
error in the numerical (approximate) solution;
4. analyze an algorithm’s accuracy, efficiency and convergence properties.;
5. Apply relevant techniques, skills and modern engineering tools to solve a simple problem.

2. Briefly describe any plans for developing and improving the course that are being implemented.
(e.g. increased use of IT or web based reference material, changes in content as a result of new
research in the field)
• Encourage the students to use suggested topics & Software program are the practical
means by which solving numerical problem In this course you’ll learn how to assess
impacts at different scales, and design, implement and monitor mitigation measures by
assigning extra marks for those who use such topics in their home works. It not related to
course description

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 • The use of the web, provides the students with a tremendous varieties of the course
materials. Homework, Exams, Quizzes, and many ways of practice.

1- The course contents will be periodically reviewed by the instructors and the Undergraduate
Committee to include new materials of relevance and improved teaching method.

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C. Course Description (Note: General description in the form to be used for the Bulletin or
Handbook should be attached)
1. Topics to be covered
No. of Contact
Topic hours
Weeks
Course Introduction 1 2
Error Calculation and Analysis 2 4
Solution of Non – linear equations: 2 6
Bisection, False position, Simple iteration, Newton raphson, Secant.
Solution of Linear Systems of equations: 3 9
Gaussian elemination, LU decomposition, iterative methods.
Interpolation: Lagrange, Newton. 1 3
Curve Fitting: 1 3
Least square, linearization.
Solution of differential equations: 2 6
Euler, Huen, Runge – Kutta.
Numerical Integration: 3 9
Trapezoidal, Simpson, Gauss Legendre
Numerical Differentiation: 1 3
Difference formulas
Introduction to partial differential equation and engineering 1 3
applications

2. Course components (total contact hours per semester)

Lectures: 48 hrs
Tutorial: N/A Practical/Fieldwork/Internship: Other:
(3 hrs per week)

3. Additional private study/learning hours expected for students per week:

(This should be an average: for the semester not a specific requirement in each week)
50 hrs / semester

4. Development of learning outcomes in domains of learning

For each of the domains of learning shown below indicate:
• A brief summary of the knowledge or skill the course is intended to develop;
• A description of the teaching strategies to be used in the course to develop that knowledge or
skill;
• The methods of student assessment to be used in the course to evaluate learning outcomes in
the domain concerned.
a. Knowledge

(i) Description of the knowledge to be acquired

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(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop that knowledge
• Knowledge is delivered through the course lectures
• Interactive learning process through questions and answers in lecture and class.
• Tutorials to help students to understand and ask about the course materials and solve
problems
• Periodic follow up for students in surprise quizzes
(iii) Methods of assessment of knowledge acquired
• Exams and homework are used to assess the acquired knowledge on the subject.
• Short quizzes at the end of each topic are used to evaluate the student understanding.

b. Cognitive Skills

(i) Cognitive skills to be developed

1- The ability to get basic information and skills in a group environment and provide individual
opinion on alternative solutions to design a system, component within the realistic constraints
such as economic, social, manufacturability and sustainability, etc.
2- The students are exposed to different aspects of power generation and delivery systems on
the environment and the ideas of using limited resources in a safe and sustainable manner
and in a way that reduces the adverse effects of these technologies on peoples social,
environmental and economic well-being.
3- This course requires the students to analyze power system calculations using complex
numbers and advance calculators. The students are also exposed to information searches by
internet and use of library and other resources for information gathering.
4- Students who are best prepared for the future are change agents. They can have a positive
impact on their surroundings, influence the future, understand others' intentions, actions and
feelings, and anticipate the short and long-term consequences of what they do.
5- Students will need to apply their knowledge in unknown and evolving circumstances. For this,
they will need a broad range of skills, including cognitive and meta-cognitive skills (e.g. critical
thinking, creative thinking, learning to learn and self-regulation); social and emotional skills
(e.g. empathy, self-efficacy and collaboration); and practical and physical skills (e.g. using new
information and communication technology devices).
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these cognitive skills
1- Lectures include numerous examples, some of which are practical in nature, to illustrate steps
involved in evaluating power system.
2- Tutorials are used for further explanations and applications on different problems.
3- Engage students in classroom interaction with questions and answers.

(iii) Methods of assessment of student's cognitive skills

1- Exams, Quizzes and homework will include problems of which requires critical thinking and
solving skills for electrical circuits analysis.
2- Evaluate the students performance through his thinking and work carried in the circuit analysis.
c. Interpersonal Skills and Responsibility

(i) Description of the interpersonal skills and capacity to carry responsibility to be developed
1- Students will be able to submit accurate results and reports in professional way
2- Student will take the responsibility to solve given assignments on their own and submit the
solution on time.

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 3- Students learn to manage their time between self study and solving assignments during the
course materials.

(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these skills and abilities

1- Special attention and mark rewards are pointed to the submitting of accurate results and
professional reports.
2- Assignment is given to the students at regular intervals for them to solve and submit. 10% of the
final grade is allocated to the assignments. Late or no submission of assignments carries penalties
or loss of grade points.
3- Participation of students in classroom discussions.
(iii) Methods of assessment of student's interpersonal skills and capacity to carry responsibility
1- Class attendance of students at lectures is recorded.
2- Recording of submission of assignment and the grades.
3- Participation of students in lecture discussions, quizzes are regularly evaluated.
d. Communication, Information Technology and Numerical Skills

(i) Description of the skills to be developed in this domain.

1- Apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering in the basic circuit analysis.
2- Use of different software in problem solving.
3- Ability of submitting and presenting calculation reports in professional way
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these skills
1- Encouraging students for submitting their homework neat and in a professional way.
2- Assist the students in tutorials as well as in lectures for any difficulties they face in analyzing
any circuit analysis problem.
(iii) Methods of assessment of students numerical and communication skills
1- Assessments of student's assignment and quizzes include expectation of adequate use of
numerical and communication skills.
2- Special portion of marks are dedicated for achieving professional standards in assignments.
e. Psychomotor Skills (if applicable)

(i) Description of the psychomotor skills to be developed and the level of performance required
Not applicable
(ii) Teaching strategies to be used to develop these skills

(iii) Methods of assessment of student's psychomotor skills

5. Schedule of assessment tasks for students during the semester

Proportion of
Assessment task (e.g. essay, test, group
Assessment Week due final
project, examination etc.)
assessment

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 1 Assignments Bi-weekly basis 5%
2 Quizzes Random 5%
Within the sixth
3 First mid-term exam 20%
week
Within the
4 Second mid-term exam 20 %
twelfth week
As scheduled by
5 Final Exam 50%
the registrar

D. Student Support
1. Arrangements for availability of faculty for individual student consultations and academic advice.
(include amount of time faculty are available each week)
1- Each faculty is required to be available in his office to devote at least 3 hr/week for students’
consultation and academic advice.
2- Teaching assistance taking the tutorial is required to devote 2 hr/week for helping the students.

E. Learning Resources
1. Required Text(s)
Numerical Methods for Engineers by Steven Chapra and Raymond Canale, 7th edition, McGraw-Hill,
2014
2. Essential References
Applied Numerical Methods W/MATLAB: for Engineers & Scientists by Steven Chapra, 3rd edition,
McGraw-Hill, 2011.

3. Recommended Books and Reference Material (Journals, Reports, etc) (Attach List)
Numerical Methods for Scientists and Engineers by R. W. Hamming, 2nd edition, Dover Publications,
1987.

4. Electronic Materials, Web Sites etc

Numerical Methods with MATLAB: Implementations and Applications by Gerald W. Recktenwald, 2nd
edition, Pearson, 2000.

5- Other learning material such as computer-based programs, professional standards/regulations

Using updated circuit analysis software such as PowerWorld, Matlab/Simulink

F. Facilities Required
Indicate requirements for the course including size of classrooms and laboratories (i.e. number of seats
in classrooms and laboratories, extent of computer access etc.)
1. Accommodation (Lecture rooms, laboratories, etc.)
1- Classrooms need to be large enough to accommodate maximum of 40 students, with relaxed
seats.
5. Computing resources
3. Other resources (specify --e.g. If specific laboratory equipment is required, list requirements or

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attach list)

G. Course Evaluation and Improvement Processes

1. Strategies for Obtaining Student Feedback on Effectiveness of Teaching
• Student course evaluation at the conclusion of the course.
2. Other Strategies for Evaluation of Teaching by the Instructor or by the Department
• Faculty assessment of the course and effectiveness of teaching delivery.
• Periodic self- assessment of the program.
3. Processes for Improvement of Teaching
• Undergraduate Committee will review deficiencies based on the student evaluation, faculty
input, course file, and program assessment.
• Feedback from employers and alumni surveys and graduating students’ input are used to
identify any deficiencies in students’ ability in applying knowledge of engineering mechanics.
• Organize workshop on effective teaching methods to enable instructors to improve their
teaching skill.
• Teaching method will focus on students’ learning and on course learning outcomes.
4. Processes for verifying standards of student achievement (e.g. check marking by an independent
faculty member of a sample of student work, periodic exchange and remarking of a sample of
assignments with a faculty member in another institution) Multiple solutions are present and papers
are checked by different instructors.

5. Describe the planning arrangements for periodically reviewing course effectiveness and planning for
improvement.
Self-assessment at every two years and the external assessment by the invited faculty member at every
four years will be carried out. The feedback received from these assessments will be used to plan for
further improvements in the course syllabus, teaching methods, and delivery of course materials.