Ordinary Differential Equations - 625.604

This course provides an introduction to the theory, solution, and application of ordinary differential equations. Topics discussed in the course include methods of solving first-order differential equations, existence and uniqueness theorems, second-order linear equations, power series solutions, higher-order linear equations, systems of equations, non-linear equations, SturmLiouville theory, and applications. The relationship between differential equations and linear algebra is emphasized in this course. An introduction to numerical solutions is also provided. Applications of differential equations in physics, engineering, biology, and economics are presented. This course covers more material at greater depth than the standard undergraduate-level ODE course. Prerequisite(s): Two or more terms of calculus are required. Course in linear algebra would be helpful.