Course Description
The course is an introduction to ordinary differential equations including both quantitative and qualitative methods as well as applications from a variety of disciplines. It introduces the theoretical aspects of differential equations, including establishing when solution(s) exist, and techniques for obtaining solutions, including, series solutions, singular points, Laplace transforms and linear systems.
Units: 4
Credit - Degree Applicable Transferable to both UC and CSU
Course Details
- Grade Options: Letter Grade
- In-Class Lecture Hours: 64 – 72
- In-Class Lab Hours: 0
Requisites and Advisories
- Prerequisites: MATH 003B
- Co-Requisites: None
- Advisory: MATH 004A, MATH 004C
- Additional Requisite Information:
The honors version of the same course may be used to satisfy a requisite requirement.
Transfer Details
- CSU/UC:
Transferable to both UC and CSU - WVC GE: A. Language and Rationality: A2 - Communication and Analytical Thinking
- CSU GE: Area B - Scientific Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning: B4 -Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning
- UC/IGETC GE: Area 2 - Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning
- C-ID: MATH 240 - Ordinary Differential Equations