Differential Equations

Spring 2011

Topics in Differential Equations

Listed in: Mathematics and Statistics, as MATH-20

Faculty

Description

The study of differential equations is an important part of mathematics that involves many topics, both theoretical and practical. The precise subject matter of this course will vary from year to year. In spring 2011 the topics will include elementary methods of solution; systems of differential equations; and the existence, uniqueness, and stability of solutions. In addition, series solutions, the Laplace transform, numerical methods, and qualitative properties will be considered. Four class hours per week.

Requisite: Mathematics 13 or consent of the instructor. Spring semester. Professor R. Benedetto.

If Overenrolled: Preference to seniors and mathematics majors.

Course times and locations

MATH 20 - LEC

Section 01
M 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM SMUD 204
W 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM SMUD 204
F 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM SMUD 204

MATH 20 - DIS

Section 01
Th 09:00 AM - 09:50 AM SMUD 204

Textbooks

Below are the textbooks used in this course, along with pricing information and availability at local bookstores. The price range shown is based upon queries to multiple online booksellers; click on the the price field to see detailed pricing information.

ISBN	Title	Publisher	Author(s)	Book Store	Price
9780321398499	Elementary Differential Equations, 2nd edition	Pearson, Boston, 2006	Kohler and Johnson	Amherst Books	TBD

These books are available locally at Amherst Books.

Offerings

2022-23: Not offered
Other years: Offered in Spring 2011, Spring 2013, Spring 2014, Spring 2015, Spring 2016, Spring 2017, Spring 2018, Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Spring 2022

The real Math 20 website

Submitted by Robert L. Benedetto on Monday, 1/17/2011, at 5:22 PM

The actual Math 20 website is located at http://www.cs.amherst.edu/~rlb/math20/

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