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The Open University

Introduction to differential equations

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Overview

Differential equations are any equations that include derivatives and arise in many situations. This free course, Introduction to differential equations, considers three types of first-order differential equations. Section 1 introduces equations that can be solved by direct integration and section 2 the method of separation of variables. Section 3 looks at applications of differential equations for solving real world problems. Section 4 introduces the integrating factor method for solving linear differential equations. The final two sections summarise and revise the methods introduced in the previous sections and describe various other approaches to finding solutions of first-order differential equations and to understanding the behaviour of the solutions.

Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • Learning outcomes
  • Link to course PDF
  • Conclusion
  • Acknowledgements

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    The instructors were knowledgeable and adept at breaking down complex ideas into digestible components. Their teaching style was engaging, making it easier to grasp intricate mathematical theories. The course structure, however, lacked depth when it…

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