Course Information
This course includes solution of linear and elementary nonlinear differential equations by standard methods with sufficient linear algebra to solve systems, applications, series, Laplace transform and numerical methods.
- MAT 242 Final Exam ReviewThis document link above contains practice problems for this course.
You will need to check Course Search to determine what instructional methods are available for the term/semester.
Instructional method codes and descriptions:
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INT |
Online Course |
All instruction in online courses is delivered entirely via the internet through the college’s learning management platform, Desire 2 Learn (D2L). There are no required live meetings and all materials and communication with the instructor and other students can be completed in D2L. |
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ISP |
Individualized Study Plan |
ISP courses meet in person and use computer tutorials, guided instruction, learning lab activities and self-paced lessons using a variety of media, including Internet resources. |
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SOM |
Scheduled Online Meetings |
SOM courses are live online courses that are conducted in real-time. The instructor and students are meet in videoconference sessions, which begin and end at a fixed times. |
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LEC |
Lecture |
Lecture courses typically meet in person multiple times a week during fixed times.. |
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LAB |
Laboratory |
The principal activities in a lab course are "hands on" and include observation, discussion, participation, and experimentation. |
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OL |
Open Lab |
Open Lab courses provide flexibility for the completion of lab activities. These classes may have both an online and face-to-face component. Open Lab Hours will vary based on program. Your academic advisor or instructor will provide you with additional information. |
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HYB |
Hybrid Course |
Hybrid courses combine traditional lecture instruction with online learning (see descriptions above). |
Library Resources
Library Databases Math Help
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- LearningExpress Library This link opens in a new windowA comprehensive collection of test-preparation tools, skill-building materials, and other career and life skills resources. Tutorial for LearningExpress Library
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Useful websites
- 3Blue1BrownLessons can be found in video or text format
- All In One High School - Matha free curriculum resource for homeschoolers. It’s broken down by subjects, such as algebra or geometry, and links to videos, quizzes, and activities each day
- Ask Dr. MathQuestion-answer format on a variery of topics
- Cliff Notes Study GuidesCliffsNotes study guides are written by real teachers and professors, so no matter what you're studying, CliffsNotes can ease your homework headaches and help you score high on exams.
- David Lippman's App PageOpen textbooks and multiple graphing applets
- DesmosGraphing applet
- GeoGebraGraphing applet
- Hippocampusoffers free lessons in advanced math subjects including calculus, statistics, and trigonometry
- Khan Academy - MathFind help for a variety of math topics at different levels
- MathologerEnter the world of the Mathologer for really accessible explanations of hard and beautiful math(s).
- MathTVFree math videos - Basic math through Calculus
- Paul's Online Math NotesNotes and formula sheets for algebra, trig, calculus, and differential equations
- Professor Leonard's Math VideosThis Channel is dedicated to quality mathematics education.
- PurpleMathProvides explanations of some mathematical topics
- ThatquizProvides practice problems
Differential Equations by ISBN: 9780511078316Publication Date: 2003-01-01Differential equations are vital to science, engineering and mathematics, and this book enables the reader to develop the required skills needed to understand them thoroughly. The authors focus on constructing solutions analytically and interpreting their meaning and use MATLAB extensively to illustrate the material along with many examples based on interesting and unusual real world problems. A large selection of exercises is also provided.
- EBSCO Ebooks Results List for "Differential Equations"This is a link to the results page of a search in EBSCO ebook collection.
Basic Math Quick Reference Handbook by Call Number: QA11.2 .M57 2009ISBN: 9780615273907Publication Date: 2009-01-01[Located at Thornley & Berkeley Campuses]
This handbook, written by an experienced math teacher, lets readers quickly look up definitions, facts, and problem solving steps.
Math Review by ISBN: 9781423218715Publication Date: 2012-05-31With updated content and an additional panel of information, Math Review includes hard-to-remember formulas and properties, along with numerous examples and illustrations to improve understanding.
