printer friendly pageCS 205A: Mathematical Methods for Robotics, Vision, and Graphics
Continuous mathematics background necessary for research in robotics, vision, and graphics. Possible topics: linear algebra; the conjugate gradient method; ordinary and partial differential equations; vector and tensor calculus. Prerequisites: 106B or X;
MATH 51; or equivalents.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
CS 205B: Mathematical Methods for Fluids, Solids, and Interfaces
Numerical methods for simulation of problems involving solid mechanics and fluid dynamics. Focus is on practical tools needed for simulation, and continuous mathematics involving nonlinear hyperbolic partial differential equations. Possible topics: finite element method, highly deformable elastic bodies, plasticity, fracture, level set method, Burgers' equation, compressible and incompressible Navier-Stokes equations, smoke, water, fire, and solid-fluid coupling. Prerequisite: 205A or equivalent.
Last offered: Spring 2009
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