Listed in: Mathematics and Statistics, as MATH-260
Formerly listed as: MATH-20
Tanya L. Leise (Section 01)
The study of differential equations is an important part of mathematics that involves many topics, both theoretical and practical. The precise subject matter of this course will vary from year to year. In spring 2013 the topics will be nonlinear dynamics and chaos. We will study the dynamics of one- and two-dimensional flows. The focus of the course will be on bifurcation theory: how do solutions of nonlinear differential equations change qualitatively as a control parameter is varied, and how does chaos arise? To illustrate the analysis, we will consider examples from physics, biology, chemistry, and engineering. The course will also cover basic theorems concerning existence and uniqueness of solutions and continuous dependence on parameters. Four class hours per week, one of which will be in the computer lab.
Requisite: MATH 211 or consent of the instructor. Spring semester. Professor Leise.
If Overenrolled: Preference to seniors and mathematics majors.
Cost: $188 ?
Section 01
M 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM SMUD 207
W 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM SMUD 207
F 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM SMUD 207
Section 01
Th 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM SMUD 014
This is preliminary information about books for this course. Please contact your instructor or the Academic Coordinator for the department, before attempting to purchase these books.
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Author(s) | Comment | Book Store | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos | Westview Press | Steven Strogatz | Amherst Books | TBD |
These books are available locally at Amherst Books.