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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Mathematics for Engineers: The Capstone Course

Mathematics for Engineers: The Capstone Course provides a capstone project for students who are completing the Mathematics for Engineers specialization. Students will first learn some basic concepts in computational fluid dynamics, and then apply these concepts to compute the fluid flow around a cylinder. Access to MATLAB online and the MATLAB grader is given to all students who enroll. Before enrolling, students should have already taken courses in matrix algebra, differential equations, vector calculus and numerical methods, and be able to program in MATLAB. The course contains 22 short video lectures and a full set of lecture notes. After each lecture, there are problems to solve, and at the end of the second and third weeks, there is a substantial MATLAB programming assignment. Download the lecture notes from the link https://www.math.hkust.edu.hk/~machas/flow-around-a-cylinder.pdf Watch the promotional video from the link https://youtu.be/FlM1de9Sxh0

Status: Simulation and Simulation Software
Status: Finite Element Methods
IntermediateCourse10 hours

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AI

5.0Reviewed Jun 10, 2023

This is by far the most comprehensive specialization or course related to mathematics out there. Loved every video, reading, assignment, quizzes, and projects

MM

5.0Reviewed May 26, 2025

A great course for people who want to get started writing their own CFD solvers!

LB

5.0Reviewed Feb 13, 2026

Great Course! Thank you Professor Jeffrey R. Chasnov!

G

5.0Reviewed Aug 12, 2025

Outstanding course and instructor, would highly recommend to anyone wanting to learn or refresh their matrix algebra, calculus, and Matlab programming fundamentals

WM

5.0Reviewed Jan 17, 2025

That was an amazing journey and an excellent math refresh. Thank you Prof Jeffrey Chasnov

KL

5.0Reviewed May 5, 2022

I missed the path through the entire program, and wish you all good luck!

BB

5.0Reviewed Sep 5, 2022

I​t is an excellent course, with some challenging assignments. I learned a lot from this course and would recommend it to anyone interested in fluid dynamics and with some coding knowledge.

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