35231 Differential Equations

6cp; 4hpw
Requisite(s): ((35102 Introduction to Analysis and Multivariable Calculus OR 33230 Mathematical Modelling 2 OR 33290 Statistics and Mathematics for Science OR 33401 Introductory Mathematical Methods) AND 35212c Computational Linear Algebra)
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses. See access conditions.

Differential equations arise in contexts as diverse as the analysis and pricing of financial options, and the design of novel materials for telecommunications. In this subject the student develops familiarity with the theory of differential equations, applications of this theory and some of the main computational techniques used in the solution of differential equations. Topics include: existence and uniqueness of solutions; method of Frobenius; variation of parameters; the Taylor and Runge-Kutta methods for initial value problems; Fourier series; solving partial differential equations and boundary value problems by separation of variables, transform methods and finite difference methods.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus (2008 and 2009 only)
Spring semester, City campus (2009)

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $907.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,490.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

Access conditions

Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at Access conditions and My Student Admin.