MA 212 - Matrix Algebra & Systems of Differential Equations
- Credit Hours: 4R-0L-4C
- Term Available: Arranged
- Graduate Studies Eligible: No
- Prerequisites: MA 113
- Corequisites: None
Basic matrix algebra with emphasis on understanding systems of linear equations from algebraic and geometric viewpoints, and eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Solution of systems of first order linear differential equations by eigensystems and investigation of their solution structure determined by eigensystems. Phase portrait analysis and classification of the nature of the stability of critical points for linear and nonlinear systems. Fourier series. Introduction to complex arithmetic, as needed. Applications to problems in science and engineering.