Differential Equations

Spring 2014

Differential Equations

Listed in: Mathematics and Statistics, as MATH-260

Formerly listed as: MATH-20

Faculty

Jacqueline M. Dresch (Section 01)

Description

The study of differential equations is an important part of mathematics that involves many topics, both theoretical and practical. The course will cover first- and second-order ordinary differential equations, basic theorems concerning existence and uniqueness of solutions and continuous dependence on parameters, long-term behavior of solutions and approximate solutions.  The focus of the course will be on connecting the theoretical aspects of differential equations with real-world applications from physics, biology, chemistry, and engineering.  Four class hours per week.

Requisite: Math 211 or consent of the instructor. Spring semester. Professor Dresch.

If Overenrolled: Preference to seniors and mathematics majors.

Cost: 188 ?

Keywords

Quantitative Reasoning

Course times and locations

MATH 260 - L/D

Section 01
M 01:00 PM - 01:50 PM SMUD 205
W 01:00 PM - 01:50 PM SMUD 205
F 01:00 PM - 01:50 PM SMUD 205

MATH 260 - LAB

Section 01
Tu 01:00 PM - 01:50 PM SMUD 014

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)	Comment	Price
9781133109037	Differential Equations, 4th Edition	Brooks/Cole	Blanchard, Devaney and Hall		TBD

Offerings

2022-23: Offered in Spring 2023
Other years: Offered in Spring 2009, Spring 2011, Spring 2013, Spring 2014, Spring 2015, Spring 2016, Spring 2017, Spring 2018, Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Spring 2022