University of California, Santa Barbara
Department of Mathematics
MATH 3C: Intro to Differential Equations & Linear Algebra
Instructor: Dr. Karel Casteels
E-mail: casteels@math.ucsb.edu
Office: South Hall 6701
Office Hours: Tuesdays 9:30-11 (or by appointment)
Session: Fall 2012
Web: http://www.math.ucsb.edu/∼casteels/math3c
Office Phone: (805) 893–2079
Lecture Times: TR 8:00am-9:15am
Room: TD-W 2600
Teaching Assistant(s): Michael Yoshizawa
Office Hours: Mathlab: Thurs 12-2pm, Office: Mon 2-3pm
Tutorial Times:
M 12-12:50pm
M 4-4:50pm
Room
HSSB 1211
GIRV 2129
Textbooks
• Farlow, Hall, McDill, West, “Differential Equations & Linear Algebra, 2nd Ed.”
Course Description
The course is an introduction to differential equations and linear algebra. The first half
will deal with ordinary differential equations (ODEs). We’ll discuss qualitative methods as
well as learn how to solve specific types of ODEs. The second half will be the rudiments of
linear algebra (algebra dealing with lines, planes, etc) with an eye toward applications to
ODEs.
Please note that I won’t always strictly follow the textbook, so it is important to try to
attend every class, despite the crummy time. Having said that, I’ll try to update the course
website (http://www.math.ucsb.edu/∼casteels/math3c) with a description of the material
covered.
Math 3C – 2
Evaluation
Your grade will be determined by the following: 10%
20%
25%
45%
Tutorials
Assignments
Midterm
Final Exam
Assignment Details
All assignments are to be done online at:
http://webwork.math.ucsb.edu.
Initially, both your login and password will be your perm number. You can change your
password after you log in. If you’ve added this course late, please see me (or send me an
email) with your name and perm number.
Due dates will be Tuesdays at 9pm.
Midterms and Final Exam Information
Midterm 1: Tentatively on Thursday, October 25th, in-class
Final Exam: Thursday, December 13th 8-11am (in the class room)
Students with Disabilities
Students with disabilities should consult http://dsp.sa.ucsb.edu/ for their options.