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Course Outlines

Fall 2025 - MATH 260 D100

Introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations (3)

Class Number: 6070

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 3 – Dec 2, 2025: Mon, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

    Sep 3 – Dec 2, 2025: Wed, Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    MATH 152 with a minimum grade of C-; or MATH 155 or 158, with a grade of at least B; MATH 232 or 240, with a minimum grade of C-.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

First-order differential equations, second- and higher-order linear equations, series solutions, introduction to Laplace transform, systems and numerical methods, applications in the physical, biological and social sciences. Students with credit for MATH 310 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

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Registrar Notes:

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.