MATH 436

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Modeling with Dynamics and Control 1

Mathematics College of Computational, Mathematical, & Physical Sciences

Course Description

Theory and applicatiions of dynamic systems and partial differential equations. Topics include dynamic systems; bifurcation theory; control theory; hyperbolic, parabolic, and elliptic partial differential equations; commonly-used algorithms.

When Taught

Fall

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3

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3

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3

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Other Prerequisites

concurrent enrollment in Math 437.

Title

Introduction to the modeling and qualitative theory of differential equations

Learning Outcome

Introduction to the modeling and qualitative theory of differential equations, both ordinary and partial.  Specific topics include: existence/uniqueness of ordinary differential equations (ODE), stability theory for smooth continuous dynamical systems, modeling with ODEs, bifurcation theory, modeling with partial differential equations (PDE), method of characteristics, parabolic operators and viscous effects, conservation laws, Sturm-Liouville operators, eigenfunction expansions, and Green's functions.  For detailed information about desired learning outcomes visit the Math 436 Wiki page.