2023-24 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Nov 30, 2024  
2023-24 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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PHY 425 - Methods of Applied Mathematics

Mathematics needed for the study of the sciences. Topics include vector analysis, matrix operations, functions of a complex variable, Fourier series and integral transforms. Prerequisites: MAT 122 or MAT 236; and PHY 202. Also listed as MAT 425. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code S = offered in spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Interpret and solve a range of problems pertaining to physics and engineering using appropriate mathematical methods.
  2. Use computational software strategically in an applied setting. 
  3. Perform operations on complex-valued expressions relevant for applied mathematics. This includes finding the real and imaginary parts of expressions, the use of Cartesian and polar form, and the use of Euler's Formula.
  4. Compute and utilize Taylor series in an applied setting, including finding appropriate expansion parameters, and error estimates.
  5. Compute, utilize, and interpret the Fourier series and Fourier transform in an applied setting. 
  6. Translate problems related to linear systems of equations, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors into matrix form and use appropriate computational resources to solve them.



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