Differential Equations 1

Course aim

To introduce students to physical situations modelled by differential equations and their appropriate solution techniques.

Course content

Modelling using differential equations; first-order, separable, Lotka-Volterra; Second-order differential equations and applications; Linear systems; Nonlinear differential equations, stability; Laplace Transforms.

Textbook(s)

Borrelli, R.L. & Coleman 2004, Differential Equations: A Modeling Perspective, 2nd edition, John wiley & Sons

Prerequisite(s)

Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
Group 2 One of the following two courses;
MATH 1079	UO Mathematical Methods for Engineers 2
MATH 1064	Mathematical Methods for Engineers 2
Group 1
MATH 1055	Calculus 2
MATH 1056	Linear Algebra

Students should either have both of the prerequisites in Group 1, or one of the prerequisites in Group 2.

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Seminar	2 x 2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 7 weeks
Computer Practical	1 hour x 6 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Examination, Problem solving exercise, Programming exercise

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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