For students intending to concentrate in mathematics or who have some interest in the theory of mathematics as well as its applications, the appropriate sequel is Math 217. Students who intend to take only one further mathematics course and need differential equations should take Math 216. 216. Introduction to Differential Equations. Background and Goals. This course stresses use of classical methods to solve restricted classes of differential equations.
Emphasis is on problem solving.
There are few new concepts and no proofs. Math 286 and Math 316 cover much of the same material. Math 404 is the natural sequel. Background and Goals. This is a course oriented to the solutions and applications of linear systems of differential equations.