Study
of
solutions of first order differential equations, solutions
of linear differential equations of order n, applications,
linear systems, and series solutions. Prerequisite: MATH
283.
OBJECTIVES:
After
finishing
this course, the student should be able to apply classical
means to solve first order and linear n-th order
differential equations as well as linear systems.
Students will be introduced to the Laplace Transform and
will use it to solve some ODE's including an
integrodifferential equation.
Late homework (MORE THAN ONE
CLASS DAY LATE) is deducted at the rate of 20% per class
day late --- see me about late work due to illness.
Paper should be
approximately 8.5 by 11; one or both sides may be used.
Must be neat.
Must be done in
pencil (or LaTeX) to be accepted.
Due at the
beginning of the class period.
Papers are to be
folded as a book with name and assignment number on the
outside as illustrated.
GRADING:
Homework:
16% of grade.
Hour Exams: 24% + 24% =
48% of grade.
Final: 36% of grade.
A:
A-:
B+:
92-100%
90-91
88-89
B:
B-:
C+:
82-87%
80-81
78-79
C:
C-:
D+:
67-77%
65-66
63-64
D:
D-:
F:
57-62%
55-56
0-54
Appropriate (to
me) modification of these percentages may be made in
individual cases for progress, unusual circumstances,
etc.
All
materials submitted by a student will be evaluated
in a timely manner (typically 2 weeks). Exams will
be scored (with overall class grades attached) and be
accessible for viewing by a student before the next
exam.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES:
Please
do NOT use
cell phones, computers, personal organizers, etc.,
during class UNLESS
PRIOR PERMISSION is obtained.
DISABILITIES:
If you have a
physical and/or learning disability and require
accommodations, please contact me or the Disability
Support Services office at 527-2366 or their website.
Furthermore, this syllabus is available in alternative
print formats upon request.
