MATH 346: Differential Equations
Prerequisites: MATH 260 and a grade of “C” or better in MATH 172.
Credit Hours: (3)
A study of techniques for solving differential equations, including first and second
order equations and linear systems of equations; Laplace transform and numerical methods.
Applications in the sciences will be considered.
Note(s): Scientific and Quantitative Reasoning designated course.
Detailed Description of Course
Topics typically include:
1) First order differential equations, including linear, separable and exact differential
equations
2) Second and higher order equations, fundamental solutions and linear independence
3) Equations with constant coefficients
4) Linear systems of first order equations
5) The Laplace transform
6) Numerical methods
7) Techniques for non-linear systems
8) Applications
Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
Classes will be conducted in lecture format with time reserved for discussion. The
students will be required to use current technologies for some of the assignments,
and a few (2-5) lectures will serve as laboratory sessions in preparation for these
assignments.
Goals and Objectives of the Course
Acquire a working knowledge of basic results and methods for differential equations.
Assessment Measures
The assessment measure will vary among instructors and may include in-class examinations,
homework assignments, computer projects, and performance in class and in laboratory
activities.
Other Course Information
None.
Review and Approval
November 7, 2017
September 2, 2014
March 2009 Review Jill Stewart, Chair
September 2001 Review Stephen Corwin, Chair
March 01, 2021