James Baglama's Website for Math 471
The goal of numerical analysis is to find the algorithms that solve the mathematical models in the least amount of time and with the best accuracy. This is achieved by implementing and analyzing the algorithms on a computer and studying the results. At the end of this course you will have a comprehensive background in numerical analysis. This expertise will serve you well as a foundation in your professional career.
Two disasters caused by computer arithmetic errors
Website for Burden and Faires's Numerical Analysis book
Matlab Primer