INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA

COURSE OUTLINE
Kulliyyah / Institute

Engineering

Department / Centre

Science in Engineering

Programme

B. Eng (Mechatronics) (Honours)

Name of Course / Mode

Complex Analysis and Numerical Methods /Full time

Course Code

MTH 2313

Name (s) of Academic

staff / Instructor(s)

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Md Sazzad Hossien Chowdhury

Rationale for the

inclusion of the course /
Required course for all Engineering Programme
module in the programme
Semester and Year
Offered

Semester 1 and 2

Status

Core

Level

Proposed Start Date

Final

13

Assessments
Midterm

42

Practical

Total Student Learning

Time (SLT)

Tutorial

Lecture

Face to Face

Independent Learning

Batch of Student to be
Affected
Total
Student
Learning
Time

62

122

Credit Value / Hours

3/122

Pre-requisites (if any)

MTH 3211

Co-requisites (if any)

None

Course Objectives

The objectives of this course are to:

1. Introduce the concepts of analyticity by means of derivatives,
Cauchy Riemann equations and power series.
2. Develop technique of complex integration using analyticity,
poles and residues.
3. Provide students with solid background in the use of numerical

Learning Outcomes

Transferable Skills:

Teaching-Learning and
assessment strategy

methods for effectively solving and analyzing variety of

engineering problems.
4. Provide clear understanding of different factors that affect
accuracy, stability and convergence of numerical solutions.
5. Enhance the use of computers with appropriate software, in
solving engineering problems.
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. Evaluate the analyticity and singularity of different complex
functions and, use them to establish series of complex
functions.
2. Evaluate complex integration by using line integral, Cauchys
integral theorem and residue theory.
3. Apply numerical methods to fit data points and solve
engineering problems.
4. Evaluate differentiation and integration numerically.
Skills and how they are developed and assessed:
Skills
Development
Assessment
Technical
Lectures
Written Assessment
Tutorials
Lectures, Tutorials and Quizzes

Complex functions and derivatives, analyticity of function,

complex integration, Taylor and Laurent series, orthogonal
functions and Fourier series, Fourier-Legendre series, FourierCourse Synopsis
Bessel series, numerical solution of linear system, curve fitting and
interpolation, numerical differentiation and integration, numerical
solutions of ordinary differential equations.
Lecture and Tutorial.
Mode of Delivery
LO
Method
%
1-3
Quizzes
10
Assessment Methods and
1-3
Assignments/Project(s)
5
Type/Course Assessment
1-2
Mid-term Examination(s) 20 October
35
State weightage of each
2016, 5.00-7.00 pm
type of assessment.
1-4
Final Examination
50
Mapping of course / module to the Programme Learning Outcomes
Programme Outcomes
Learning Outcome of the course
01

1. Evaluate the analyticity and singularity of

different complex functions and, use them to
establish series of complex functions.
2. Evaluate complex integration by using line
integral, Cauchys integral theorem and residue
theory.
3. Apply numerical methods to fit data points and
solve engineering problems.
4. Evaluate differentiation and integration
numerically.

02

03

04

05

06

07

08

09

10

11

12

Content outline of the course / module and the SLT per topic
Learning
Weeks
Topics
Task/Reading
Hours
1-3
Complex Functions and Analyticity
5
Review: complex plane, polar form, roots. Complex
functions: Power, exponential, logarithmic,
Chapters
trigonometric, inverse trigonometric and hyperbolic
1,2 &3
functions, limits and continuity, derivatives of complex
James and
functions, analytic functions, Cauchy-Riemann
Churchill
equations, complex conjugate of analytic functions and
harmonic functions.
4-5
Complex Integration
4
Chapters
Line integrals, Cauchy theorem, singularities, Cauchy
4
integral formulas, bounds for moduli of analytic
James and
functions.
Churchill
6-7
Complex Series and Residue Theory
4
Chapters
Taylor series, Laurent series, residue theory, complex
6,7
integration using residue, trigonometric and real
James and
improper integrals.
Churchill
8-9
Solution of Linear System of Equations:
3.5
Chapters 9,10,
Basic concepts, Gaussian elimination, Factorization
11, 27
methods, Iterative method. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors
REQ2
problems.
10-11 Curve Fitting and interpolation
3.5
Chapter 17,18
Curve fitting methods,interpolation by spline functions,
REQ2
least squares
11-12 Numerical differentiation and integration
4
Numerical differentiation: Forward difference, backward
Chapters
difference and central difference methods.
21, 22, 23
Numerical integration: The trapezoidal and Simpsons
REQ2
rules and Gaussian method.
13-14 Numerical solutions of ordinary differential equations
4
Introduction. Initial value problem: Eulers method,
Chapter 25
convergence analysis, Runge-Kutta methods, linear
REQ2
system of differential equations. Boundary value
problem: finite difference methods, shooting methods
Required references supporting the course
The reference lists shall be presented in accordance with APA bibliographic practices and in alphabetical order.

James, W. B. and Churchill, R.V., (2009), Complex Variables and Applications (8th ed.),
McGraw Hill.
Chapra, R. P. and Canale, S.C., (2008), Numerical Methods for Engineers, (6th ed.), McGraw
Hill
Recommended references supporting the course
Zill, D.G. and Shanahan, P.D., (2003), A first course in complex analysis with applications,
Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc.

Murray, R S.,(2006), Complex variable (Schaum's Outline), McGraw Hill.

Erwin, K., (2005), Advanced Engineering Mathematics, (9th ed.), John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Murray, R S., (2006), Advanced Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists (Schaum's Outline),
McGraw Hill.
Johan, H. M., Kurtis, D. F., (2004), Numerical Methods, using MATLAB, (4th ed.), Prentice
Hall..
Burden, R.L and Faires, J.D., (2001), Numerical Analysis, (7th ed.), Thomson Learning.
Recktenwald, G., (2000), Numerical Methods with MATLAB: Implementation and Application,
Prentice-Hall, Inc.
Prepared by:

Checked by:

Approved by:

Faiz Ahmed Mohamed

Elfaki
Associate Professor
Kulliyyah of Engineering

Raihan Othman
Head of Department
Kulliyyah of Engineering

Amir Akramin Shafie

Dean
Kulliyyah of Engineering

Programme Learning Outcome (PO): At the end of the programme, Students are able to:

Programme Learning Outcome (PO)

1. acquire and apply knowledge of mathematics, computers,

science, and engineering. (T)
2. have in-depth understanding and technical competency in
relevant engineering discipline. (T)
3. identify, formulate and provide solutions to engineering
problems. (T)
4. design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and
interpret data. (D)
5. analyze and design a system, component, or process to achieve
the required objectives. (A)
6. apply design principles for sustainable development. (D)
7. communicate effectively. (S)
8. function effectively as an individual and in group with the
capacity to be a leader or manager as well as an effective team
member. (S)
9. recognize the need for lifelong learning and to pursue
independent learning for professional development. (S)
10. understand the responsibility of a professional engineer in the
context of contemporary social, cultural, global and
environmental issues. (ESSE)
11. demonstrate understanding and commitment to professional
and ethical responsibilities. (ESSE)
12. understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and
societal context through broad-based education. (ESSE)

MQF Domain
Knowledge
Knowledge
Knowledge
Practical Skills
Problem Solving and
Scientific Skills
Problem Solving and
Scientific Skills
Communication, Leadership
and Team Skills
Managerial and
Entrepreneurial Skills
Information Management
and Lifelong Learning Skills
Social skills and
Responsibilities
Value, Attitudes and
Professionalism
Information Management
and Lifelong Learning Skills

The program learning outcomes (PO) are grouped into 5 general areas to identify the nature of
the skills and capability involved. These groups are:
1. Technical (T) essential capabilities related to traditional scientific and engineering
knowledge
2. Analysis (A) creatively working with available data and engineering tools and fundamental
knowledge to correctly solve basic problem
3. Design (D) being able to perceive the best solution for both small scale and large scale
project by involving all required basic problems
4. Ethics, Safety, Society and Environment (ESSE) - giving appropriate consideration to matters
pertaining to professionalism and ethics, safety, local and global society and the environment
5. Work skills (S) being and effective communicator and effective member of a team and to
appreciate the need to continuously acquired skills and abilities.