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MAT 282 - Differential Equations w/Linear Algebra


First and second order differential equations.  Matrices, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and systems of linear equations.  Linear independence, the Wronskian, and differential operators.  Homogeneous and nonhomogeneous linear differential equations with constant coefficients.  Methods of undetermined coefficients, and variation of parameters.  Systems of linear differential equations, Laplace transforms, and power series solutions.

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite:  MAT 182 Calculus II or equivalent

Credits: 4
Hours
4 Class Hours
Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

  1. Interpret and/or create mathematical models via differential equations for various physical situations.
  2. Solve homogeneous and nonhomogeneous differential equations of first, second or higher order using various methods.
  3. Use basic linear algebra techniques as tools to aid in solving differential equations.