PREREQUISITE:
MATH 2411 (Analytical Geometry and Calculus II) and MATH 3191 (Applied
Linear Algebra)
The course will require strong knowledge in calculus, a basic knowledge
of linear algebra, and familiarity with the complex plane. A brief review
will be presented if necessary.
HOURS: MW 5:30-6:45 pm (TR 321)
INSTRUCTOR:
Prof. Andrew Knyazev
Office: CU (Dravo Bldg) 620G. Phone: 556-8102
Office hours: Tue 3pm - 6pm (or by appoinment)
WWW: http://math.ucdenver.edu/~aknyazev
TEXTBOOK:
M.L. Abell and J.P. Braselton, Modern Differential Equations: Theory, Applications,
Technology, 1st Edition (1996) Saunders College Publishing, Harcourt Brace
College Publisher s.
SUBJECT:
Systematic introduction to ordinary differential equations. Applications
will be covered if time allows, but will not be in the tests.
CONTENTS:
The class will follow the outline below, touching on each major topic in
a depth that will be determined by the pace of the class.
GRADING:
Tests 1, 2, 3 - 20% each, Quizzes 1,2,3 - 5% each, Final - 20%, Homeworks
- 5%.
Each problem graded on the scale:
A=4 perfect, 3=B=OK, something little wrong, 2=C something substantial
missing or wrong, 1=D still some small progress, 0=F no credit.
Extra credit will be given for problems solved on board in the class. Every
homework problem carries the same weight toward the homework share of the
grade. Missed test (with a good justification) can be made up. Tests are
open book in a multiple choice form. No calculators.
Preliminary grades will be distributed during the semester.
No quizz make-ups accepted. Exams make-ups only with a very strong justification. All exams are in class. The only materials students are allowed to bring to the exam are writing instruments and erasers with the exeption of specially announced cases. All exams and quizzes are in a multiple choice form.
ATTENDANCE AND HOMEWORK
Punctual attendance and homework fulfilment are expected of all students. Daily homework will usually be assigned. Homework problems will not be collected.