Fall 2016, Math 602/600, Methods and Applications of Partial Differential Equations

TR: 2:20-3:35, BLOC 160

Instructor: Bojan Popov                                          
Office: Blocker 507B                                                   
Email:  popov"at"math.tamu.edu                                                                                     
Office Hours: TR 10:25-11:25, or by appointment           

Description: Classification of linear partial differential equations of the second order; Fourier series, orthogonal functions, applications to partial differential equations; special functions, Sturm-Liouville theory, application to boundary value problems; introduction to Green’s functions; finite Fourier transforms.

Objectives: In this class, you will learn the basic concepts and some elementary methods in Partial Differential Equations (PDEs). We will cover and discuss all basic types of PDEs: elliptic, parabolic and hyperbolic PDEs. The main methods used will be the Fourier method separation of variables, the method of characteristics, Green's function method, and some extra tools needed for nonlinear PDEs.

Textbook:  Applied partial differential equations (Richard Haberman, 4th edition) or Applied partial differential equations (Richard Haberman, 5th edition)

Prerequisites: MATH 601 or MATH 308 and 407.

Math 602 Web Page: The course schedule and other information can be found at /~popov/math602.html

Grading policy: 30% will be determined by the homework assignments and quizzes (assignments turned in late will not  be accepted), 20% will be determined by each midterm and 30% by the final exam.

Your MINIMUM grade will be A, B, C, or D, for averages of 90%, 75%, 60%, or 45%, respectively.

Midterm I exam:     October 4, 2016;          2:20-3:35 p.m.
Midterm II exam:   November 15, 2016;    2:20-3:35 p.m.
Final exam:             December  14, 2015;    1:00-3:00 p.m.

Make-Up Policy: Make-ups for exams will only be given with documented University-approved excuses (see University Regulations). Consistent with University Student Rules, students are required to notify an instructor by the end of the next working day after missing an exam. Otherwise, they forfeit their rights to a make-up.  Ignorance of the time and place of an exam will not be accepted as an excuse for absence.

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Scholastic Dishonesty: Students may work together and discuss the homework problems with each other. Copying work done by others is an act of scholastic dishonesty and will be prosecuted to the full extent allowed by University policy. For more information on university policies regarding scholastic dishonesty, see University Student Rules. The Aggie Honor System will be enforced:  An Aggie does not lie, cheat, or steal, or tolerate those who do.