MATH 385 - Linear and Nonlinear Systems of Differential Equations

Units: 3
Dynamical systems analysis. One dimensional flows. Fixed points and stability. Bifurcations and normal forms. Systems of linear differential equations: eigenvalues, eigenvectors and phase plane analysis. Introduction to nonlinear systems. Applications to problems in biology, chemistry, physics and other fields.

Co-requisites: MATH 285
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice)
Course Typically Offered: Fall ONLY

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Apply the definitions, techniques and theorems of systems of differential equations.
Apply systems of differential equations to solve real world problems.
Communicate solutions to problems arising from systems of differential equations effectivel