Ordinary Differential Equations (G5142)
Ordinary Differential Equations
Module G5142
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
• Elementary solution methods
• Existence and uniqueness theorems
• Linear equations
• Examples from applications
Module learning outcomes
Select and employ appropriate methods to solve ordinary differential equations;
Appreciate and understand existence and uniqueness theorems for ordinary differential equations;
Comprehend and use the structure of solutions for linear ordinary differential equations;
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen Examination | Semester 1 Assessment | 80.00% |
| Coursework | 10.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Problem Set | T1 Week 4 | 33.00% |
| Problem Set | T1 Week 6 | 33.00% |
| Problem Set | T1 Week 9 | 34.00% |
| Coursework | 10.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Portfolio | T1 Week 11 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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