MATH 4280

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MATH 4280
Introduction to Partial Differential Equations

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Topics are selected from first-order quasilinear equations, classification of second-order equations, with emphasis on maximum principles, existence, uniqueness, stability, and Fourier series methods. Additional topics as time permits. Students will be expected to be comfortable writing proofs. More experience with proofs may be gained by first taking a 3000-level MATH course.


Prerequisites MATH 2930, MATH 3270, or equivalent.

Distribution Requirements (MQL-AG, OPHLS-AG), (SMR-AS)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025SP, 2024SP, 2023SP, 2022SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one project.

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8758 MATH 4280   LEC 001

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    • MWF
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Stern, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  8759 MATH 4280   PRJ 601

  •  
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Stern, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person