Ordinary Differential Equations and Mathematical Modelling
About
The course is the basic course in the theory of ordinary differential equations (ODE) with examples of mathematical modelling with ODE from physics, chemistry, environmental problems. In the theoretical part we study existence, uniqueness and stability concepts for ODE, theory for linear systems of ODE, methods for non-linear ODE such as Poincaré mapping and Lyapunov functions. Students are going to carry out 2–3 smaller modelling projects, in groups of 2–3 people, that includes formulation of a problem, its mathematical analysis, numerical computations with help of Matlab and representing results as a short scientific rapport.
This course is open to
Exchange students at the Faculty of Science and exchange students on a university-wide agreement. Please contact your international coordinator at the University of Gothenburg if you need to know more.
Entry requirements
Knowledge equivalent to 60 credits in mathematics, including the courses MMG300 Multivariable Analysis and MMG400 Linear Algebra II, and a course in programming.
English proficiency
Incoming students should have an English level equivalent of B2 or higher as courses and materials, including presentations and exams, will be in English.
To assess your English level, you can use the self-assessment grid for reference.
Application
Do you want to apply for exchange studies at the University of Gothenburg?