MATH 78 - Differential Equations

    Recent Professors
    Tin Quach, Sithparran Vanniasegaram, Padmavati Tanniru
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    42 students
    Difficulty
    6.4Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    MATH 072 or MATH 067 with C or better
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 2 · IGETC Area 2A · CSU GE Area B4
    Description
    The course is an introduction to ordinary differential equations including both quantitative and qualitative methods as well as applications from a variety of disciplines. It develops techniques and theories needed to solve ordinary differential equations and their applications, including methods for solving first-order differential equations, linear differential equations of higher orders, and systems of linear differential equations. Students are introduced to Laplace transforms, series solutions, and some theoretical aspects of differential equations such as existence and uniqueness of solutions, the phase plane, and stability of equilibrium solutions for autonomous equations. (C-ID MATH 240)
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 6:00pm–7:50pm, Tue Thu 12:15pm–2:05pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 12:30pm–3:05pm