Mathematics 260 - Differential Equations

Spring
2016
01
4.00
Gabriel Sosa Castillo
MWF 02:00PM-02:50PM; TH 02:30PM-03:20PM
Amherst College
MATH-260-01-1516S
SMUD 204; MERR 300A
gsosa@amherst.edu

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 TBA.

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.