ASE 380P ANALYTICAL METHODS, I

EM 386K MATHEMATICAL METHODS IN APPLIED MECHANICS, I

Fall 2015, MW 3-4:30

Text: M.D. Greenberg, Advanced Engineering Mathematics, 2nd edition, Prentice-Hall and M.D.Greenberg,
Foundations of Applied Mathematics, Prentice-Hall,Inc., Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, 1978.
Instructor: Clint Dawson, ACE 6.430, 475-8627, clint@ices.utexas.edu
Office hours: 10:30-12:00 TTh
Purpose: The purpose of this course is to introduce engineering students to fundamental but more
advanced topics in applied mathematics. The course covers a wide variety of topics to meet the demands
of the different research areas in ASE/EM; however, there are recurring themes throughout the course.
Week
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Topic
Notation, functions, limits, sequences
Infinite series
Singular integrals
Interchange of limits, delta function
Fourier series
Linear spaces
Linear operators
Linear equations
Eigenvalue problems
First order ODEs
Higher order systems

Phase Plane
Stability

Homework: Suggested homework problems will be given weekly on Blackboard. Solutions to the
homework problems will be made available. Homework will not be graded but will make up an integral
part of the exams.
Exams: There will be three exams held during the semester. Times TBA. The third exam will be
held during the final exam period. Each exam is worth 1/3 of your final grade.
Evaluation plan: The course and instructor will be evaluated at the end of the semester using the
approved MEC form.
The University of Texas at Austin provides upon request appropriate academic adjustments for qualified
students with disabilities. For more information, contact the Office of the Dean of Students at 471-6259,
471-4241 TDD or the College of Engineering Director of Students with Disabilities at 471-4382.