B. Course Syllabi for Materials Engineering

1. Course Name: Math 266 Elementary Differential Equations

2. Catalog Description: Math 266. Elementary Differential Equations. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Elementary theory and applications of ordinary differential equations, matrices and solutions of linear equations, eigenvalue methods for systems of linear differential equations.

3. Prerequisites: Grade of C- or better in 166.

4. Textbook/Materials: W. E. Boyce & R. C. DiPrima, Elementary Differential Equations and Boundary Value Problems, Sixth Edition.

5. Course Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course you will be able to:

• Derive solutions of separable and linear first-order differential equations.
• Interpret solutions of differential equation models in mechanics and circuits.
• Derive solutions of linear second order equations or systems having constant coefficients.
• Determine the behavior of solutions near critical points of planar systems.

6. Topics Covered:

7. Class/Laboratory Schedule: 3 hours lecture/week.

8. Professional Component: Math 266 contributes 3 credits towards Math/Basic Science.

9. Relationship of Course to Program Learning Outcomes and Program Educational Objectives: Objectives: A, E Outcomes: a

10. Prepared by: K. Constant (from Mathematics Website), rev. 5/24/00 KPC