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Ourse Yllabus: M 231 - A: D E F 2018

This 3-sentence summary provides the essential information about the MATH 231 Differential Equations course for Fall 2018 at Christian Brothers University: The course will be taught by Mr. Jordan Nikkel on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:00 AM to 11:50 AM in Cooper-Wilson 309, will use the textbook Fundamentals of Differential Equations, 9th Edition, and will cover topics such as direction fields, separable equations, numerical methods, linear equations, Laplace transforms, and modeling with differential equations. Grades will be based 15% on quizzes and homework, 60% on tests, and 25% on a comprehensive final exam.

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Ourse Yllabus: M 231 - A: D E F 2018

This 3-sentence summary provides the essential information about the MATH 231 Differential Equations course for Fall 2018 at Christian Brothers University: The course will be taught by Mr. Jordan Nikkel on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:00 AM to 11:50 AM in Cooper-Wilson 309, will use the textbook Fundamentals of Differential Equations, 9th Edition, and will cover topics such as direction fields, separable equations, numerical methods, linear equations, Laplace transforms, and modeling with differential equations. Grades will be based 15% on quizzes and homework, 60% on tests, and 25% on a comprehensive final exam.

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MATH 231 - A : DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS FALL 2018

COURSE SYLLABUS

CLASS INFORMATION The Course Registration Number (CRN) for this course is 10126.

Dates: 08/18/2018 – 12/15/2018


Time: MWF 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM
Location: Cooper-Wilson 309
INSTRUCTOR Mr. Jordan Nikkel

Office: Cooper-Wilson 314 Campus Phone: (901) 321 – 3417


Christian Brothers University E–mail: jnikkel@cbu.edu
Memphis, TN 38104
OFFICE HOURS

Monday : 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PM


Wednesday: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
TEXTBOOK Fundamentals of Differential Equations, 9th Edition, by Nagle, Saff, and Snider, 2017. ISBN: 9780134462233.

CALCULATOR TI-89 or other equivalent graphing calculators may be used on homework and some portions of
in class tests and assignments. Any demonstrations in class will be done with a TI-89 Titanium model calculator.

CATALOG DESCRIPTION This course is an introduction to the concepts and methods of ordinary differential
equations. Topics include first-order equations, elementary numerical methods, qualitative analysis, second-
order homogeneous linear equations, the methods of undetermined coefficients and variation of parameters for
non-homogeneous equations, Laplace transforms, and models in science and engineering. Prerequisite: Math
132.

ATTENDANCE Class attendance is expected. CBU’s policy states that a student who misses twenty percent of
class may be given a falling grade for the course. See the policy on attendance in CBU’s catalog.

TEST SCHEDULE There will be three tests and a final exam given during the semester. Anticipated test days
are: 09/21, 11/02, and 12/05, although these dates are subject to change. The final exam will be a comprehen-
sive departmental examination that will take place sometime during December 10 through 15.

HOMEWORK Homework problems are assigned for your benefit, and are intended to give you a chance to
practice what we learn, to solve new problems using techniques we discuss, and to provide an opportunity for
regular feedback. Homework problems will be assigned regularly for each section covered in class, and some of
the problems will be collected for grading. All collected assignments are expected to be neatly written/organized
(if I can’t read it, I can’t grade it), include the student’s name, and include all steps done to demonstrate the cor-
rectness of the final answer. I care much more about your process than the correct answer, and can only give
partial credit when there is supporting evidence for your solutions.

QUIZZES Quizzes will be given regularly and announced at least one class beforehand.
GRADING
Quizzes and Homework : 15 Percent
Tests : 60 Percent
Final Exam: 25 Percent
At the end of the course, I will average your grades using the above rubric to determine your percentage grade
for the course. Then your grade will be determined by the following table:

90+ 80-89 70-79 60-69 0-59


A B C D F

TOPICS

Introduction to Differential Equations


Direction Fields and Solution Curves
Separable Equations
Numerical Methods for First-Order Equations
First-Order Linear Equations
Modeling with First-Order Equations
Modeling Abrupt Changes
Exact Equations
Second-order Linear Equations
The Laplace Transform

GROUP WORK AND CHEATING Unless otherwise specified, all in class assignments are individual. The fol-
lowing will result in the in class assignment being collected at the student receiving an immediate 0: use of any
electronic device other than an approved calculator (cell phones must be turned off or silent during class), any
observed attempts to copy off of another student’s assignment, or any attempt to use an unauthorized aid (such
as notes written one one’s hand).
That said, group collaboration is absolutely encouraged to aid learning. All homework and some specified in
class assignments will allow collaboration. Nevertheless, plagiarism is not tolerated. In order to avoid plagiarism
on homework, it can be helpful to first understand the problem and its methods of solutions with your fellow
classmates, and then to write up your own solutions without reference to notes you took with your classmates.
By university regulation, I must report any discerned plagiarism to the dean.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS Any student who may need class or test accommodations based on the im-
pact of a disability is encouraged to speak with the Dean Of Students privately to discuss your specific needs.
Students with disabilities should also contact Student Disability Services (SDS), located in the Thomas Center
and by phone at 903-321-3536. SDS coordinates reasonable accommodations for students with documented
disabilities. In order that I can arrange for accommodations, I require 24 hour notice as well as documentation
from SDS per university regulations. Accommodations will not be made the day they are needed.

CBU MATH CENTER The Math Center is located in Cooper-Wilson 321, and is a great place to do homework
or study in groups. Tutors are available, as well as limited printing and other resources. Please check out their
website for the hours of operation: http://www.cbu.edu/math-center.

CAREER SERVICES Career Services empowers CBU students and alumni by providing comprehensive career
development services and resources in order to support obtainment of meaningful post-graduate opportunities.
Services include resume, cover letter, and graduate school essay review, career coaching, practice interviews, the
Academic Internship Program, internship/job listings through CareerLinX, Career and Grad School expos, career
assessments, networking and recruiting events.
Career Services is located in Buckman Hall 207, and may be reached at (901) 321-3330, www.cbu.edu/career,
or career@cbu.edu.

DISCLAIMER Information in this syllabus is subject to change, though notice will be given and any changes
made will be for the benefit of the students.

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