MAT 303: Calculus IV with Applications

Summer 2008

SUNY at Stony Brook

Department of Mathematics
SUNY at Stony Brook

Exam Annoucement: The final will STILL be on Aug 21st Thursday in class

Differential equations are the language in which the laws of physics are expressed. This course will introduce basic methods for solving ordinary differential equations. There is a particular emphasis on linear differential equations with constant coefficients and systems of differential equations. Numerous applications in the physical, biological, and social sciences will be discussed.

Instructor: Luoying Weng

Office: Math Tower 2-107

Office Hours: Monday 11a.m - 1p.m

Email: lweng@math.sunysb.edu


Grader:Frank Palladino

Office: Math 2-112

Office Hours: TBA

Email:fpalladino at math.sunysb.edu

Class schedule:
 
LEC 01 60581 MWTh 6:00pm- 9:05pm Old Chem 144 Luoying Weng


Textbook: Differential Equations and Boundary Value Problems: Computing and Modelling (Fourth Edition) by Edwards and Penney

Prerequisites: Offcial prerequisites are a C or higher in one of the following: MAT 127, MAT 132, MAT 142, or AMS 161, or else a level 9 or higher on the mathematics placement exam. Unofficially, you need a firm knowledge of derivatives, integrals, and basic algebra.

Homework: Working homework problems is the only way to really learn the material. While you are encouraged to work with others, you must write up all solutions on your own. Homework sets will usually be collected in class on Fridays. No late homework will be accepted, but the lowest homework grade will be dropped. If you miss a homework assignment, you should still work out the problems on your own. Also, you are encouraged to read the corresponding section of the text book before attending each lecture.

Exams:

Course Grade: Midterm 30%, Final Exam 50%, Homework 20%

MLC: The Math Learning Center is located in Math Tower S-240A and offers free help to any student requesting it. It also provides a locale for students wishing to form study groups.

 
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