Strengths and limitations of computer algebra systems (CAS); complexity of exact computations versus possible instability of numerical computations; selecta from Groebner bases, resultants, fractional derivatives, Risch integration algorithm, special functions including the Lambert W function. The emphasis is on preparing the student to use CAS in mathematics, science, and engineering.

Prerequisite(s): Applied Mathematics 2814F/G or the former Applied Mathematics 2413, the former Applied Mathematics 2415.

Extra Information: 3 lecture hours.