APMA E4101y - Introduction to nonlinear dynamical systems

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Barnard College

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Introduction to nonlinear differential equations and dynamical systems and their chaotic behavior. Topics include Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulation of mechanics, phase space dynamics. Critical points and stability. Systems of linear differential equations. Solving simple nonlinear differential equations. Onset of chaos. Systems with dissipation, limit points and cycles, strange attractors. - <.> Prerequisites: MATH E1210 AND PHYS W3003. 3 points

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.barnard.edu

Phone Number:

(212) 854-5262

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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