Undergraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2015-2016 (archived)
Module MATH4041: PARTIAL DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS IV
Department: Mathematical Sciences
MATH4041:
PARTIAL DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS IV
Type |
Open |
Level |
4 |
Credits |
20 |
Availability |
Available in 2015/16 |
Module Cap |
|
Location |
Durham
|
Prerequisites
- Analysis in Many Variables II (MATH2031) AND other
Mathematics modules to the value of 80 credits in Years 2 and 3, with at
least 40 credits at Level 3
Corequisites
Excluded Combination of Modules
- Partial Differential Equations III (MATH3291)
Aims
- To develop an understanding of the theory and methods of
solution for Partial Differential Equations.
Content
- First order equations and characteristics.Conservation laws and their weak solutions.
- Systems of first-order equations and Riemann invariants.
- Hyperbolic systems and their weak solutions
- Classification of general second order PDEs
- Poisson,Laplace, Heat and Wave equations:existence and properties of solutions
- Reading material on one of the following topics: applications of PDEs, further theory of PDEs
Learning Outcomes
- By the end of the module students will: be able to solve
problems in Partial Differential Equations.
- have an understanding of theoretical mathematics in the field
of Partial Differential Equations.
- have mastered a coherent body of knowledge of these subjects
demonstrated through one or more of the following topic areas:
Solution of first order equations and systems.
- Classification of second order PDEs, and their
solution.
- have an advanced understanding in one of the following areas:
applications of PDEs, further theory of PDEs
- Students will have highly specialised and advanced
mathematical skills in the following areas: Modelling and analysis of PDEs
- Students will have an appreciation of important Partial Differential
Equations and their fundamental properties.
- Students will be able to study independently to further their
knowledge of an advanced topic.
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to
the learning outcomes of the module
- Lectures demonstrate what is required to be learned and the
application of the theory to practical examples.
- Subject material assigned for independent study develops the
ability to acquire knowledge and understanding without dependence on
lectures.
- Assignments for self-study develop problem-solving skills and
enable students to test and develop their knowledge and
understanding.
- Formatively assessed assignments provide practice in the
application of logic and high level of rigour as well as feedback for
the students and the lecturer on students' progress.
- The end-of-year examination assesses the knowledge acquired
and the ability to solve predictable and unpredictable
problems.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
Activity |
Number |
Frequency |
Duration |
Total/Hours |
|
Lectures |
40 |
2 per week for 19 weeks and 2 in term 3 |
1 Hour |
40 |
|
Problems Classes |
8 |
Four in each of terms 1 and 2 |
1 Hour |
8 |
|
Preparation and Reading |
|
|
|
152 |
|
Total |
|
|
|
200 |
|
Summative Assessment
Component: Examination |
Component Weighting: 100% |
Element |
Length / duration |
Element Weighting |
Resit Opportunity |
three hour written examination |
|
100% |
|
Four written assignments to be assessed and
returned. Other assignments are set for self-study and complete solutions
are made available to students.
■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University