ATENEO DE NAGA UNIVERSITY

College of Science and Engineering

Department of ECE and CpE
OBTL Course Syllabus

Course Code

Course Title

Credit Units

MTHS 221

Differential
Equations

3 units

Course Prerequisite/(Co-requisite)

Course
Description

Differential Equation is an applied mathematics. Mathematical models can be formulated in terms

of mathematical equations involving certain known and unknown quantities and their derivatives.
Differential equations arise in situations where there is a derivative present or whenever
something is changing.

Integral Calculus

Course Learning Outcomes (COs): At the end of the course , the student should be
able to :
CO1. Solve differential equations using various techniques (separation of variables,
integrating factors, undetermined coefficients, reduction of order, and
variation of parameters).

CO2. Solve different types of equations, such as equations with homogeneous

coefficients, exact equations, linear equations with constant coefficients, and
nonhomogeneous equations with undetermined coefficients.

CO 3. Solve systems of linear differential equations.

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Other
Enrolment
Requirement
CO Code
Link(s)

a and e

a,e, and g

CO Code
Link(s)

CO 4. Apply different methods in solving higher

order linear D.E

a,e,g,j

CO 5. Correctly derive a particular solution to

solve applications, including vibrations
(undamped and damped), carbon dating,
circuits, structural analysis and etc.

a,b,c,e,g,i,and
j

a,e, and g

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CO
1

CO
2

CO
3

CO
4

CO
5

1. Introduction to D.E
1.1. Definition of Differential
Equation (D.E.)
1.2. Order of D.E.
1.3. Initial and boundary value
problems in finding the
particular solution
1.4. Homogeneous and
nonhomogeneous
equations
Textbook:
Elementary Differential Equations
Rainville and Bedient,
pp. 1 16
Time Frame: 9 hrs

2. General Solutions
2.1 Elimination of arbitrary
constants
2.2 Family of curves

Module Topic

Textbook:
Elementary Differential Equations
Rainville and Bedient,
pp. 1 16
Time Frame: 6 hrs

Teaching and Learning

Activities
(TLA)
1.1 Teacher-led discussion of
the following: definition
of D.E. and problem
solving.
1.2 Seatwork
1.3 Board work
1.4 Homework/problem sets

Outcome-Based Assessment
1.

1 Exercises (graded)
1.1.1 Obtain the higher order
derivatives of a function.
1.1.2 Analyze boundary
conditions of a given
problem.
1.2 Board work (graded)
1.2.1 Identify Homogeneous
and Nonhomogeneous
equations

1.1 Exercises 1.1.1 and

1.1.2 are part of the 8%
seatwork

1.3 Problem set No. 1 (graded)

1.3.1 (10) problems from topic
1

1.4 Topic 1 is included in

10% Preliminary Exam

2.1 Teacher-led discussion on 2.1 Exercises (graded)

obtaining the D.E from the
2.1.1 Eliminate arbitrary
general solution by
constants using basic
elimination of arbitrary
substitution and matrices.
constants and drawing the 2.2 Board work (graded)
graph of family of curves.
2.2.1 Draw the graph of the
2.2 Exercises
family of curves
2.3 Board work
2.3 Problem set No. 2 (graded)
2.4 Homework/problem sets
2.3.1 (5) problems from topic
2.5 Quiz
1
2.3.2 (15) problems from
topic 2
2.3 Quiz No.1 from topics 1 and 2
(graded)
2.4 PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION

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1.2 Board work 1.2.1 is part

of the 4 % class
participation
1.3 Problem set No. 1 is part
of the 4% homework

2.1 Exercise 2.1.1 is part of

the 8% seatwork
2.2 Board work 2.2.1 is part
of the 4 % class
participation
2.3 Problem No.2 is part of
the 4% homework
2.4 Quiz No. 1 is part of
24% Quizzes
2.5 Topic 2 is included in
10% Preliminary Exam

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3. Equations of Order One

3.1 The existence theorem
3.2 Homogeneous functions
3.3 Separation of variables
3.4 Substitution method
3.5 Exact equations
3.6 Bernoullis Equation
3.7 Linear equation of order
one

3.1 Teacher-led
demonstration and
discussion in obtaining
the general solution of
order one D.E using
different methods
3.2 Exercises
3.3 Board work
3.4 Homework/problem sets
3.5 Quiz

4.1 Teacher-led discussion on 4.1 Exercises (graded)

deriving the integrating
4.1.1
Determination of
factor and using it to solve
Integrating factors
solutions from a given D.E
4.1.2
Obtain the general
4.2 Exercises
solution using the
4.3 Board work
integrating factor
4.4 Homework/problem sets
4.1.3
Solve application
4.5 Quiz
problems

Textbook:
Elementary Differential Equations
Rainville and Bedient,
pp17 41
pp.72-73
Time Frame: 9.5 hrs
4. Additional Topics of Equations of
Order One
4.1 General solution of linear
equation the integrating
factor
4.2 Determination of
integrating factor
4.3 Application Problems
Textbook:
Elementary Differential Equations
Rainville and Bedient,
pp.41-46, pp. 49 50, pp. 67-72
pp. 301 311
Time Frame: 7.5 hrs

3.1 Exercises (graded)

3.1 Exercises 3.1.1, 3.1.2,
3.1.1 Determine the general
and 3.1.3 are part of the
solution of a given D.E
8% seatwork
using any method
3.2 Board work (graded)
3.2 Board work 3.2.1 is part
3.2.1 Determine the general
of the 4 % class
solution of a given D.E
participation
using a particular method.
3.3 Problem set No. 3 (graded)
3.3 Problem set No.3 is part
3.3.1 (20) problems from topic 3
of the 4% homework
3.4 Quiz No.2 from topic 3
(graded)
3.4 Quiz No. 2 is part of
24% quizzes
3.5 MIDTERM EXAMINATION
3.5 Topic 3 is included in
the 20% Midterm Exam

4.2 Board work (graded)

4.2.1
Obtain the general
solution using the
integrating factor
4.3 Problem set No. 4 (graded)
4.3.1 (20) problems from topic 4
4.4 Quiz No.3 from topic 4
(graded)

4.1 Exercises 4.1.1, 4.1.2,

and 4.1.3 is part of the
8% seatwork
4.2 Board work 4.2.1 is part
of the 4 %class
participation
4.4 Problem set No. 4 is
part of the 4%
homework
4.5 Quiz No. 3 is part of
24% quizzes
4.5 Topic 4 is included in
the 10% Pre-Final Exam

4.5 PRE-FINAL EXAMINATION

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5.Second and higher order linear

D.E.
5.1 The differential operator
5.2 Solutions of D.E.
5.2.1 Distinct roots
5.2.2 Repeated roots
5.2.3 Complex roots
5.3 Solution of
nonhomogeneous equation
5.4 Method of undetermined
coefficients
5.5 Solution by Inspection

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5.1 Exercises (graded)

5.1.1
Express the D.E to
differential operators.
5.1.2
Solve for the general
solution of higher order
linear D.E using the method
discussed in topic 5.
5.2 Board work (graded)
5.2.1 Categorize distinct,
repeated and complex roots
and find the solution of the
D.E

5.1 Exercises 5.1.1 and

5.1.2are part of the 8%
seatwork
5.2 Board works 5.2.1 is
part of the 4 %class
participation
5.3 Problem No.4 is part of
the 4% homework

5.4 Quiz No. 4 is part of

24% quizzes
5.3 Problem set No. 4 (graded)
5.5 Topic 5 is included in
5.3.1 (20) problems from topic 5
the 20% Final Exam

Textbook:
Elementary Differential Equations
Rainville & Bedient
pp.96-103
pp105-118
Time Frame: 9 hrs
6. Engineering Applications of D.E
6.1 DAlambert Method
(Reduction of Order)
6.2 Variation of Parameters
6.3 The Exponential Shift
6.4 Circuit and other
Applications
Textbook:
Elementary Differential Equations
Rainville & Bedient
pp. 139-159
pp. 162-176
Time Frame 9 hrs

5.1 Teacher-led discussion on

how to solve solutions of
higher order linear D.E
using different methods
5.2 Exercises
5.3 Board work
5.4 Homework/problem sets
5.5 Quiz

5.4 Quiz No.4 from topic 5

6.1 Teacher-led discussion on 6.1 Exercises (graded)

how to use the methods in
6.1.1 Derive the D.E using the
D.E in analyzing
order of a function
engineering application
6.2.2 Analyze a boundary
problems.
condition and correctly
6.2 Exercises
assume the value of a
6.3 Homework/problem sets
particular order of D.E
5.6 Quiz
6.2.3 Solve application
problems

6.1 Exercise 6.1.1 is part of

the 8% seatwork
6.2 Board work 6.2.1 is part
of the 4 %class
participation
6.3 Problem set No. 5 is part
of the 4% homework

6.2 Problem set No. 5 (graded)

6.4 Quiz No. 5 is part of
5.3.1 (20) problems from topic 6
24% quizzes
6.5 Topic 6 is included in
6.3 Quiz No.5 from topic 6
the 20% Final Exam
6.4 FINAL EXAMINATION
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Note: 1 weak or less; 2- moderate; 3- High/extensive

Program Outcomes
A graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering (BSECE) program
must attain:
a. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, physical sciences, engineering sciences to the practice of civil engineering.
b. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
c. An ability to design, build, improve, and install systems or processes which meet desired needs within realistic constraints.
d. An ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
e. An ability to recognize, formulate, and solve l engineering problems.
f. An understanding of the effects and impact of engineering projects on nature and society, and of the engineers social and
ethical responsibilities.
g. Specialized engineering knowledge in each applicable field, and the ability to apply such knowledge to provide solutions to
actual problems.
h. An ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing using the English language.
i. An ability to engage in life-long learning and an acceptance of the need to keep current of the development in the specific field of
specialization.
j. An ability to use the appropriate techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for the practice of civil engineering.
k. A knowledge of contemporary issues.
Assessment System and Performance Standards
Final Grade = Converted Raw Score (CFRS) =
40% Class standing
10% Preliminary Exam
20% Midterm Exam
10% Pre-Final Examination
20% Final Examination
CFRS
Numerical Grade
Letter Grade
93-100
85-92
77-84
69-76
61-68
60
Below 60

96-100
91-95
86-90
81-85
76-80
75
Below 75

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A
B+
B
C+
C
D
F

Numerical
Equivalent
4
3.5
3
2.5
2
1
0

Interpretation

Final Grade Evaluation System

10% Preliminary Examination
20% Midterm Examination
10% Pre-Final Examination
10% Final Examination ( 30%
Number of questions are from
topics 1-3 and 70% number of
questions are from Topics 4-6)
40% Class Standing (Topics 1-6)

Excellent Academic Performance

Very Good Academic Performance
Good Academic Performance
Fairly Passing
Passing
Poorly Passing
Failure
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LIST OF RESOURCES
Text Book:
QA371 .R29 Cir
Rainville, Earl David, 1907-. Elementary differential equations.
8th ed. Upper Saddle River, NJ : Prentice Hall, 1997.
(2 CPS.)

Prepared by:
Engr. John Joshua F. Montaez

Other References available in the library:

1. QA371 .N24 2012 Cir
Nagle, R. Kent. Fundamentals of differential equations. 8th ed.
Boston : Pearson Education, c2012.
2. ACQ-FP TA345 .D84 2011
Duffy, Dean G. Advanced engineering mathematics with MATLAB.
3rd ed. Boca Raton : CRC Press, c2011.
3. QA401 .K7 2011 Cir
Kreyszig, Erwin. Advanced engineering mathematics. 10th ed.
Hoboken, NJ : John Wiley, c2011.
4. QA36 .P76 2011 Cir
Prosperetti, Andrea. Advanced mathematics for applications.
Cambridge, UK ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2011.
5. QA377 .O54 2008 Cir
O'Neil, Peter V. Beginning partial differential equations. 2nd
ed. Hoboken, N.J. : Wiley-Interscience, c2008.
6. QA371 .B84 2007 Cir
Brown, Courtney, 1952-. Differential equations : a modeling
approach. Los Angeles : Sage Publications, c2007.

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