MATH 1252 — Calculus and Differential Equations for Biology 2
4 semester hoursUndergraduateLectureNUpath FQtypical days: M/W/ThBostonTraditional
Continues MATH 1251. Begins with the integral calculus and proceeds quickly to more advanced topics in differential equations. Introduces linear algebra and uses matrix methods to analyze functions of several variables and to solve larger systems of differential equations. Advanced topics in reaction kinetics are covered. The integral and differential calculus of functions of several variables is followed by the study of numerical methods in integration and solutions of differential equations. Provides a short introduction to probability. Covers Taylor polynomials and infinite series. Special topics include reaction kinetics: Michaelis-Menten processes, tracer experiments, and inflow and outflow through membranes.
Prerequisites
- MATH 1251 (min D-)
Offering history
| Term | Sections | Enrolled | Capacity | Full | Open seats/section |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2023 | 1 | 7 | 35 | 20% | 28.0 |
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Meeting times
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Professors
Fall
- David Lang (100% of students) · reviews
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Unlocks
BIOE 2350, BIOE 2355, BIOE 2365, CHEM 3401, CHEM 3431, MATH 2331, MATH 3081, MATH 3090, MATH 3527, MATH 3533, NRSG 2222, NRSG 3120
Courses that list MATH 1252 in their prerequisites.
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