Uniquely covers mathematical modeling, the numerical solution, ordinary and partial differential equations, and both finite difference and finite element methods

Introduces readers to scientific computing, which is the integrated science of solving problems with mathematical, numerical, and programming tools

Originally written for the course 'Numerical Solution of Differential Equations' offered at KTH, Stockholm and has been classroom tested over several years

Features a 'Five M' approach: Modeling, Mathematics, Methods, MATLAB®, and Multiphysics

Supplemented with a related Web Site that features solutions to problems, demos, MATLAB programs, etc.