School of Computing and Mathematics  
 
 
MAT-20008 Differential Equations  
Co-ordinator: Dr Shailesh Naire    Room: MAC2.19, Tel:33268  
Teaching Team:  
Level: 2 Credits: 15 Study Hours: 150  
School Office: Tel: 01782 733075
 
 
 
Programme/Approved Electives for

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Prerequisites

Level 1 Mathematics or equivalent

Barred Combinations

None

Description

This module focuses on methods for solving ordinary differential equations. The topics include: solutions to first-order equations, higher order linear equations, power series methods, graphical aspects of differential equations, Fourier series and Laplace transforms.

Aims

The aim of this module is to provide further skills in mathematical techniques and builds upon the Level I modules, Mathematical Methods I and II. In particular, it focuses on methods for solving ordinary differential equations.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Solve first order variable-separable, linear and exact ordinary differential equations (1, 2).
Solve second order ordinary differential equations using a variety of methods, including variation of parameters and power series methods (1, 2).
Apply methods for solving first and second order equations to solve various physical problems (1, 2).
Interpret the behaviour of solutions of ordinary differential equations through the use of phase plane analysis (1, 2).
Calculate Fourier series and derive results concerning such series (1, 2).
Solve ordinary differential equations through the use of Fourier series (1, 2).
Calculate the Laplace transform of various functions and derive some if its properties (1, 2).
Use Laplace transforms to solve ordinary differential equations (1, 2).

Study hours

Lectures: 24 hours
Examples Classes: 12 hours
Preparation of coursework: 24 hours
Independent study: 90 hours

Description of Module Assessment

1: Exercise weighted 20%
PROBLEM SOLVING
Approximately 10 assignments set at weekly intervals

2: 2 Hour Unseen Exam weighted 80%
2 HOUR UNSEEN EXAM
Answer 4 questions from 6


Version: (1.04S) Created: 04/Jun/2010

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