Basic numerical methods: linear algebra, interpolation and extrapolation, integration, root finding, extremization and differential equations. Introduction to Monte Carlo techniques used to simulate processes that occur in nature and methods to simulate experiments that measure these processes including random number generators, sampling techniques, and multidimensional simulation.

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Devoted each year to a particular topic or current research interest. Prerequisites: At least three semesters of physics, astronomy, or geology. Juniors and seniors only, or per instructors permission.

Prerequisites: 2 semesters of physics, 2 semesters of calculus, and an astronomy course at the 200 level or above.

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