CS 340 - Introduction to Scientific Computing
Topics Covered on Test 1
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•Be able to write and compile a L
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your XLive CD – you must bring this).
•Be familiar with the items in the preamble of a L
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•You should be able to:
–Enumerate and itemize lists,
–Create tables,
–Include illustrations,
–Write mathematics,
–Debug L
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Maple
•You should be able to do the following types of operations in Maple
–Standard calculations,
–Define parameter values,
–Plot functions in 2- and 3- dimensions,
–Use differential equations tools (DETools) to solve and plot differential equation,
–Use the seq function to generate a sequence of values matching a pattern,
–Use the prime number functions from the homework, and
–Debug Maple errors.
•Be able to describe what we mean by computer algebra system.
•Be able to discuss strengths and weaknesses of Maple.
•Be able to surmise whether Maple would be a good tool to use for a specified problem (based
on our use to date).
Excel
•You should be able to implement the following types of activities/skills in Excel
–Define cell values as formulas,
–Implement iterative processes in Excel,
–Use cell naming and cell referencing correctly!,
–Plot graphs of data, using one or two vertical axes settings,
–Include and link slider bars with cells in your spreadsheet,
