MAT 285 - Differential Equations

(Coll/Tran)
Class Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Clinical/Work Exp. Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 3

This course provides an introduction to ordinary differential equations with an emphasis on applications. Topics include first order, linear higher-order, and systems of differential equations; numerical methods; series solutions; eigenvalues and eigenvectors; Laplace transforms; and Fourier series. Upon completion, students should be able to use differential equations to model physical phenomena, solve the equations, and use the solutions to analyze the phenomena.

Prerequisites: MAT 272 must pass with a grade of C or higher; DRE 098 or by placement testing. Corequisites: None.
When Offered: (S)