1. Compare the error from a numerical calculus approximation to the corresponding error estimate;
10 O*NET task matches
Batch:
Mathematicians3.9/5
47%ok
Perform computations and apply methods of numerical analysis to data.
Ophthalmic Medical Technologis4.6/5
46%ok
Calculate corrections for refractive errors.
Statisticians3.4/5
41%ok
Examine theories, such as those of probability and inference, to discover mathematical bases for new or improved methods of obtaining and evaluating numerical data.
Computer Programmers4.4/5
40%ok
Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.
Operations Research Analysts4.4/5
34%ok
Formulate mathematical or simulation models of problems, relating constants and variables, restrictions, alternatives, conflicting objectives, and their numerical parameters.
Loan Interviewers and Clerks4.3/5
33%ok
Calculate, review, and correct errors on interest, principal, payment, and closing costs, using computers or calculators.
Physicists4.0/5
33%ok
Describe and express observations and conclusions in mathematical terms.
Proofreaders and Copy Markers4.4/5
32%ok
Compare information or figures on one record against same data on other records, or with original copy, to detect errors.
Lathe and Turning Machine Tool3.9/5
32%ok
Program computer numerical control machines.
Machinists4.3/5
31%ok
Confer with numerical control programmers to check and ensure that new programs or machinery will function properly and that output will meet specifications.
LO3CIM
2. Implement a numerical approximation to a solution of an initial value problem;
10 O*NET task matches
Batch:
Mathematicians3.9/5
43%ok
Perform computations and apply methods of numerical analysis to data.
Operations Research Analysts4.4/5
38%ok
Formulate mathematical or simulation models of problems, relating constants and variables, restrictions, alternatives, conflicting objectives, and their numerical parameters.
Computer Programmers4.4/5
36%ok
Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.
Lathe and Turning Machine Tool3.9/5
35%ok
Program computer numerical control machines.
Mathematicians3.2/5
32%ok
Develop computational methods for solving problems that occur in areas of science and engineering or that come from applications in business or industry.
Ophthalmic Medical Technologis4.6/5
32%ok
Calculate corrections for refractive errors.
Bioinformatics Scientists4.2/5
31%ok
Create novel computational approaches and analytical tools as required by research goals.
Machinists4.3/5
31%ok
Confer with numerical control programmers to check and ensure that new programs or machinery will function properly and that output will meet specifications.
Gas Plant Operators4.3/5
31%ok
Collaborate with other operators to solve unit problems.
Plating Machine Setters, Opera4.4/5
30%ok
Remove objects from solutions at periodic intervals and observe objects to verify conformance to specifications.
LO4CIM
3. Employ and analyze a prescribed method to find a root of a nonlinear equation (with knowledge of the strengths and weaknesses of the approach);
10 O*NET task matches
Batch:
Financial Quantitative Analyst3.5/5
41%ok
Devise or apply independent models or tools to help verify results of analytical systems.
Mathematicians3.7/5
40%ok
Apply mathematical theories and techniques to the solution of practical problems in business, engineering, the sciences, or other fields.
Automotive Engineers4.2/5
40%ok
Perform failure, variation, or root cause analyses.
Data Scientists
38%ok
Propose solutions in engineering, the sciences, and other fields using mathematical theories and techniques.
Logistics Analysts4.1/5
37%ok
Apply analytic methods or tools to understand, predict, or control logistics operations or processes.
Operations Research Analysts4.4/5
37%ok
Formulate mathematical or simulation models of problems, relating constants and variables, restrictions, alternatives, conflicting objectives, and their numerical parameters.
Mathematicians3.9/5
37%ok
Perform computations and apply methods of numerical analysis to data.
Plating Machine Setters, Opera4.4/5
37%ok
Remove objects from solutions at periodic intervals and observe objects to verify conformance to specifications.
Operations Research Analysts3.7/5
37%ok
Break systems into their components, assign numerical values to each component, and examine the mathematical relationships between them.
Management Analysts4.5/5
37%ok
Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.
Source:
Course learning outcomes from
EWU's official Course Inventory Management (CIM) system.
O*NET task matches are computed by comparing each learning outcome
statement against every O*NET task statement using sentence-embedding
similarity; faculty review confirms which matches count as
preparation evidence.
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