Elementary Differential Equations with Boundary Value Problems

by Werner E. Kohler, Lee W. Johnson

Elementary Differential Equations with Boundary Value
Problems integrates the underlying theory, the solution
procedures, and the numerical/computational aspects of differential
equations in a seamless way that provides students with the
necessary framework to understand and solve differential equations.
Theory is presented as simply as possible with an emphasis on how
to use it.  KEY TOPICS: With an emphasis on linear
equations, linear and nonlinear equations (first order and higher
order) are treated in separate chapters. In developing mathematical
models, this text guides the student carefully through the
underlying physical principles leading to the relevant mathematics.
Asking students to use common sense, intuition, and
‘back-of-the-envelope’ checks as well as challenging
them to anticipate and interpret the physical content of the
solution encourage critical thinking. MARKET: Intended for
use in introductory course in differential equations that includes
boundary value problems.

797 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 2, 2003