Matrix techniques for systems of ordinary differential equations. Fourier series and introduction to the heat equation. This course prepares students to compete in the prestigious William Lowell Putnam Competition. Now in its 54th year, over 2000 students from more than 300 colleges and universities around the country participate in the competition. In this course, you will see problems of the type that appear in the actual competition.
Students can compete up to four times, and are encouraged to begin as freshmen.