Course contents *

• First order ordinary differential equations: Fundamental theory and concepts, separable and linear equations, modeling.
• Linear ordinary differential equations of higher order and systems of linear ordinary differential equations: Fundamental theory, finding solutions in specific cases, in particular the case of constant coefficients, discussion of properties of solutions.
• Autonomous systems: Fundamental concepts, stationary solutions and their stability, applications to dynamical systems and scientific modeling.
• Integral transforms: Laplace transform and Fourier series, and their application to differential equations.
• Introduction to partial differential equations: Solution of classical boundary value problems.
• Group project: Application to concrete problems connected to the construction area and the built environment.

Intended learning outcomes *

After passing the course, the students should be able to

• use concepts, theorems and methods to solve, and present the solution to, problems within theparts of the theory of differential equations that are described by the course content;
• apply and combine in the form of a group project the methods of differential equations to apractical problem connected to the construction area and the built environment;
• read and comprehend mathematical text.

Course Disposition

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Specific prerequisites *

Completed basic course SF1626 Calculus in Several Variable 

Recommended prerequisites

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Equipment

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Literature

Announced no later than 4 weeks before the start of the course on the course web page.

Grading scale *

A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Examination *

• PRO1 - Project, 1.5 credits, Grading scale: P, F
• TEN1 - Exam, 6.0 credits, Grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

The examiner decides, in consultation with KTHs Coordinator of students with disabilities (Funka), about any customized examination for students with documented, lasting disability. 

Other requirements for final grade *

Written exam, possibly with continuous examination. A project with presentation.

Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination

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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination

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Examiner

Pär Kurlberg

Kurt Johansson

Course web

Further information about the course can be found on the Course web at the link below. Information on the Course web will later be moved to this site.

Offered by

SCI/Mathematics

Main field of study *

Technology

Education cycle *

First cycle

Add-on studies

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Contact

Pär Kurlberg (kurlberg@kth.se)

Ethical approach *

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.