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Classification drives method choice
Before solving, identify order, linearity, and separability.
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01:640:244 · Mathematics · School 01 — New Brunswick School of Arts and Sciences
Differential Equations for Engineering and Physics covers first- and second-order ordinary differential equations, introductory linear algebra, and systems of ordinary differential equations for technical applications.
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Students rate teaching
SIRS · 4,060 responses · 2016–2025
Spring 2027
33 open in snapshot
When it meets
Busch, Livingston
AI-generated overview
Higher means more demanding · AI summary
4 units · topic sequence may vary by instructor
Students learn to classify and solve basic ODEs that model change.
The course extends solution techniques to oscillation and engineering-style models.
Because the course includes systems, students meet the matrix and eigenvalue tools needed for coupled equations.
Systems of ODEs connect the mathematics to physical and engineering settings.
Public Rutgers discussion often focuses on how 640:244 differs from other differential-equations options, especially its engineering and physics orientation and built-in linear algebra exposure.
Before solving, identify order, linearity, and separability.
The answer is often a function or family of functions, not a single number.
Matrix language makes coupled equations manageable.
Common pitfall
Instead
Name the equation type and available methods first.
Common pitfall
Instead
Use constants from the general solution to satisfy the given state.
Common pitfall
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Connect them to stability and motion in systems.
33 open · Busch, Livingston
| Section | Status | Instructor | Meeting | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0115845 | Open | Monday 3:50 PM-5:10 PM at SEC 210; Wednesday 3:50 PM-5:10 PM at SEC 210; Thursday 8:30 AM-9:50 AM at SEC 220SEC 210SEC 220 | Busch | |
| 0215846 | Open | Monday 3:50 PM-5:10 PM at SEC 210; Wednesday 3:50 PM-5:10 PM at SEC 210; Thursday 10:20 AM-11:40 AM at SEC 220SEC 210SEC 220 | Busch | |
| 0315847 | Open | Monday 3:50 PM-5:10 PM at SEC 210; Wednesday 3:50 PM-5:10 PM at SEC 210; Thursday 12:10 PM-1:30 PM at SEC 220SEC 210SEC 220 | Busch | |
| 0415848 | Open | Tuesday 12:10 PM-1:30 PM at SEC 209; Friday 12:10 PM-1:30 PM at SEC 209; Wednesday 10:20 AM-11:40 AM at ARC 108SEC 209ARC 108 | Busch | |
| 0515849 | Open | Tuesday 12:10 PM-1:30 PM at SEC 209; Friday 12:10 PM-1:30 PM at SEC 209; Wednesday 12:10 PM-1:30 PM at ARC 108SEC 209ARC 108 | Busch | |
| 0615850 | Open | Tuesday 12:10 PM-1:30 PM at SEC 209; Friday 12:10 PM-1:30 PM at SEC 209; Wednesday 2:00 PM-3:20 PM at ARC 108SEC 209ARC 108 | Busch | |
| 0715851 | Open | Monday 10:20 AM-11:40 AM at SEC 209; Thursday 10:20 AM-11:40 AM at SEC 209; Wednesday 8:30 AM-9:50 AM at ARC 204SEC 209ARC 204 | Busch | |
| 0815852 | Open | Monday 10:20 AM-11:40 AM at SEC 209; Thursday 10:20 AM-11:40 AM at SEC 209; Wednesday 10:20 AM-11:40 AM at ARC 204SEC 209ARC 204 | Busch | |
| 0915853 | Open | Monday 10:20 AM-11:40 AM at SEC 209; Thursday 10:20 AM-11:40 AM at SEC 209; Wednesday 12:10 PM-1:30 PM at ARC 204SEC 209ARC 204 | Busch | |
| 1015854 | Open | Tuesday 5:40 PM-7:00 PM at TIL 258; Thursday 5:40 PM-7:00 PM at TIL 258; Wednesday 5:40 PM-7:00 PM at BE 221TIL 258BE 221 | Livingston | |
| 1115855 | Open | Tuesday 5:40 PM-7:00 PM at TIL 258; Thursday 5:40 PM-7:00 PM at TIL 258; Wednesday 7:30 PM-8:50 PM at BE 221TIL 258BE 221 | Livingston | |
| 1215856 | Open | Tuesday 5:40 PM-7:00 PM at TIL 258; Thursday 5:40 PM-7:00 PM at TIL 258; Wednesday 9:20 PM-10:40 PM at BE 221TIL 258BE 221 | Livingston | |
| 1315857 | Open | Tuesday 3:50 PM-5:10 PM at TIL 264; Thursday 3:50 PM-5:10 PM at TIL 264; Monday 12:10 PM-1:30 PM at BE 121TIL 264BE 121 | Livingston | |
| 1415858 | Open | Tuesday 3:50 PM-5:10 PM at TIL 264; Thursday 3:50 PM-5:10 PM at TIL 264; Monday 2:00 PM-3:20 PM at BE 121TIL 264BE 121 | Livingston | |
| 1515859 | Open | Tuesday 3:50 PM-5:10 PM at TIL 264; Thursday 3:50 PM-5:10 PM at TIL 264; Monday 3:50 PM-5:10 PM at BE 111TIL 264BE 111 | Livingston | |
| 1615860 | Open | Tuesday 8:30 AM-9:50 AM at SEC 210; Friday 8:30 AM-9:50 AM at SEC 210; Wednesday 8:30 AM-9:50 AM at ARC 110SEC 210ARC 110 | Busch |
Historical student surveys
Teaching
4.12
Course quality
4.07
Response rate
41.5%
Coverage
163 offerings · 2016–2025
| Instructor | Offerings | Teaching | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vladimir Shtelen | 18 | 3.90 | 3.81 |
| Matthew Charnley | 15 | 4.73 | 4.50 |
| Tsipenyuk Natalya | 11 | 4.53 | 4.30 |
| Shtelen Vladimir | 9 | 4.13 | 4.02 |
| David Molnar | 8 | 3.97 | 3.91 |
| Natalya Tsipenyuk | 7 | 4.49 | 4.39 |
Catalog and planning context
Credits
4
Current campuses
Busch, Livingston
Current availability
33 open of 33
Catalog terms
Fall, Spring, Summer
Core codes
None listed
Loaded terms
4
(01:640:243)<em> OR </em>(01:640:251)<em> OR </em>(01:640:291)<em> OR </em>(21:640:235)<em> OR </em>(62:640:235)
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