printer friendly pageMATH 53: Differential Equations with Linear Algebra, Fourier Methods, and Modern Applications
Ordinary differential equations and initial value problems, linear systems of such equations with an emphasis on second-order constant-coefficient equations, stability analysis for non-linear systems (including phase portraits and the role of eigenvalues), and numerical methods. Partial differential equations and boundary-value problems, Fourier series and initial conditions, and Fourier transform for non-periodic phenomena. Throughout the development we harness insights from linear algebra, and software widgets are used to explore course topics on a computer (no coding background is needed). The free e-text provides motivation from applications across a wide array of fields (biology, chemistry, computer science, economics, engineering, and physics) described in a manner not requiring any area-specific expertise, and it has an appendix on Laplace transforms with many worked examples as a complement to the Fourier transform in the main text. Prerequisite:
Math 21 and
Math 51, or equivalents.
Math 53 is considered equivalent to
Math 63CM, and credit will not be granted for both courses.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 5
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-Math, WAY-FR
Instructors:
Anderson, J. (PI)
;
Asserian, L. (PI)
;
Lee, J. (PI)
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Instructors:
Anderson, J. (PI)
;
Asserian, L. (PI)
;
Lee, J. (PI)
;
Parker, G. (PI)
;
Angelo, R. (TA)
;
Marsden, M. (TA)
;
Nuti, P. (TA)
MATH 53ACE: Differential Equations with Linear Algebra, Fourier Methods, and Modern Applications, ACE
Additional problem solving session for
Math 53 guided by a course assistant. Concurrent enrollment in
Math 53 required. Application required:
https://engineering.stanford.edu/students-academics/equity-and-inclusion-initiatives/undergraduate-programs/additional-calculus. Note: This course is not eligible for transfer credit.
Last offered: Winter 2023
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