Somali National University

Faculty of Science
Department of Computer
Science
Differential Equations-1
COURSE OUTLINE

Faculty Faculty of Science.

department
Computer Science.
.
Course Title Differential Equations.

Course Code
Credit Hours 4
CLASS HOURS Saturdays 9: 30 AM – 11:20 AM
Thursday 11: 40 AM – 1:30 AM
CLASSROOM

Pre-requisites Calculus, geometry and Linear Algebraic Courses.

(if any)
Lecture Class lectures, discussions, presentations, problem-solving, case studies.
Methods
Method of Evaluation
Evaluation:
Evaluation may include but is not limited to the following:
Exams, Presentations, Discussions, Class Participation, Attendance
Assessment:
To be awarded a passing grade in this course, you must pass the mid and final examination. The final grade for the
course is regarding the following basis:
 Method Percentage (%)

Quizzes, Assignment and Class 20%

Participation.
Midterm Exam 30%

Final Examination 50%

Total: 100%

Name: MUSTAF MOHAMED SHEIKH ABUBAKAR

Tel: 0616967671

Email mustafmsa@gmail.com

Course Requirements
The student must be aware of the following course requirements:

 Regular class attendance

 Completion of all in-class and at-home assignments
 Active participation during in-class/group activities
 Completion of midterm and final exams.

Course objectives
Differential equations introduce students to the fundamental concepts and techniques required to model and solve differential
equations. This course typically covers topics such as basic Concepts and Classifying Differential Equations, Solutions of
First –Order Differential Equations, Applications of First- Order Differential Equations , Second –Order Linear
Differential Equations : Theory of Solutions, Solutions of Second analyze , Solutions of Second –Order Linear
Nonhomogeneous Equations and Initial –Value Problems , Applications of Second –Order Linear Differential Equations
, Laplace Transforms and Inverse Laplace Transforms. Differential equations are useful when describing the behavior of
dynamical systems, such as algorithms, neural networks, and optimization processes. By understanding differential
equations, computer scientists can better design and analyze algorithms, optimize performance, and develop simulations
for various domains within computing. Additionally, differential equations serve as a bridge between theory and practical
application, providing valuable insight into the underlying principles governing complex systems.

This course equips students with mathematical skills, problem-solving techniques, and critical reasoning, preparing them for
further studies in mathematics, physical sciences, or Computer Science.
 1. classify differential equations by order, linearity, and homogeneity
2. use separation of variables to solve differential equations
3. solve exact differential equations
4. Ability to solve first-order differential equations
5. Ability to solve higher-order differential equations.
6. Ability to solve systems of differential equations.
7. Use Laplace transforms and their inverses to solve differential equations.

Course Contents
Date Weeks Contents/Topics Chap.
(Optional)
Chapter One: Introduction to Differential Equations
1 1
1.1Definitions and terminology

1.2 The nature of differential equations,

Definition, ordinary and partial differential equations, order and

degree, linear and nonlinear equations.

1.3 Initial-value problems

1.4 Differential equations as mathematical models

3,4 Chapter two: First-Order Differential Equations 2

2.2 Separable equations and Homogeneous equations

 Exact equations, and integrating factors

 Linear ODEs. Bernoulli Equation. Population Dynamics
 Existence and Uniqueness of Solutions for Initial Value
Problems

5,6 Chapter three: Second-Order Linear ODEs: 3

 Homogeneous Linear ODEs of Second Order

 Homogeneous Linear ODEs with Constant Coefficients
 Existence and Uniqueness of Solutions
  Nonhomogeneous ODEs

7 Chapter Four : Higher Order Linear ODEs 4

 Homogeneous Linear ODEs

8 Revision
9,10 Midterms Exam

10 Chapter Four : Higher Order Linear ODEs 4

 Homogeneous Linear ODEs with Constant Coefficients

 Nonhomogeneous Linear ODEs

11  Chapter Five: Systems of ODEs. Phase Plane. Qualitative 5

Methods :
 For Reference: Basics of Matrices and Vectors
 Systems of ODEs as Models in Engineering Applications
 Qualitative Methods for Nonlinear Systems
 Nonhomogeneous Linear Systems of ODEs

12 Chapter Six: Laplace Transforms 6

 Laplace Transform
 General Formulas
 Table of Laplace Transforms

13 Chapter Seven: Inverse of Laplace Transforms 7

 Inverse of Laplace Transform

 General Formulas
 14 Revision

Final Exam Performance

References : Text Book:

1-A First Course in Differential Equations with Modeling Applications 11E,Dennis G. Zill

2- Simmons , GF., Differentail Equations With Applications and Historical Notes , Second Edition ,
McGraw-Hill ,Inc.

3- Boyce, W.E and DiPrima , R.C ., Elementary Differential Equations and Boundary Value Problems

4- Differential Equations with Boundary-Value Problems, seventh edition. Dennis G. Zill, Michael
RCullen. Copyright 2009, Brooks/Cole. ISBN-13: 978-0-495-10836-8 (required)