Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Differential Equations I MAT231 Turkish Compulsory 3. Semester 4 + 0 4.0 6.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s)
Goals Ensuring the comprehension of the conditions of existence and uniqueness of solutions of differential equation, types of differential equations and solution methods.
Course Content Definition of Differential Equations, Degree in Differential Equations,Differential Equation Solutions, Types of Solutions,Designation of Differential Equation whose General Solution is known,Initial Boundary-Value Problems,Existence and Uniqueness of Solutions,Solution of the First Degree Differential Equations,Differential Equations which can be divided into Variables,Homogenous Differential Equations,Differential Equations which can be Converted into Homogeneous Differential Equations Definitive Differential Equations,Differential Equations which can be Converted into Definitive Differential Equations,Linear Differential Equations, Bernoulli Differential Equation,Riccati Differential Equation Orbits, Envelopes, Equations which can be solved for y and x
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
0 Showing the existence and uniqueness of the solution of a given differential equation.
0 Designating the type of a given differential equation.
0 Solving the differential equation problems using a convenient method.
0 Improving the ability of proving.
0 Developing new solution methods.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Definition of Differential Equations, Degree in Differential Equations
2. Week Differential Equation Solutions, Types of Solutions
3. Week Designation of Differential Equation whose General Solution is known
4. Week Initial Boundary-Value Problems
5. Week Existence and Uniqueness of Solutions
6. Week Solution of the First Degree Differential Equations, Differential Equations which can be divided into Variables
7. Week Homogenous Differential Equations
8. Week MIDTERM EXAM
9. Week Differential Equations which can be Converted into Homogeneous Differential Equations
10. Week Definitive Differential Equations
11. Week Differential Equations which can be Converted into Definitive Differential Equations
12. Week Linear Differential Equations, Bernoulli Differential Equation
13. Week Riccati Differential Equation
14. Week Orbits, Envelopes, Equations which can be solved for y and x
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Retaining and administering the fundamentals of theoretical and experimental applications of Classical and Modern Physics.
2 Interpreting the encountered problems in accordance with the principles of physics and attaining the ability of problem solving.
3 Gaining the ability of establishing the connection between the theories and applications of physics.
4 Gaining the ability of following and interpreting physics literature.
5 Gaining the ability of analytical thinking by looking at the cases from physical perspective.
6 Utilizing the knowledge of other disciplines and using their approaches in physics.
7 Retaining the ability of gathering, comparing and analyzing physical data, and producing and presenting solution for it.
8 Attaining basics of following up to date physics literature and utilizing it through communicating with colleagues.
9 Setting theoretical model, solving problems related with the model, approaching the model experimentally and interpreting the obtained experimental data by analyzing.
10 Understanding the importance of life-long learning in physics which is open for new advances and staying in connection with life-long learning.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5
PY1 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 5 5 5 5 5
PY3 4 4 4 4 4
PY4 4 4 4 4 4
PY5 3 3 3 3 3
PY6 4 4 4 4 4
PY7 5 5 5 5 5
PY8 3 3 3 3 3
PY9 4 4 4 4 4
PY10 3 3 3 3 3
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • • Theory of Differential Equations, E. Hasanov, G. Uzgören, A. Büyükaksoy, Papatya, 2002
  • • Differential Equations and Applications, M. Aydın, B. Kuryel, G. Gündüz, G. Oturanç, Barış Publication Fakülteler Bookstore, 2001.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 4 56
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 14 2 28
Research 14 2 28
Other Activities 14 2 28
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 2 2
Homework 1 5 1.5 7.5
Quiz 1 3 0.5 1.5
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 153
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 6.0