Understanding Differential Equations

In summary, the conversation was about finding a website that explains differential equations. Some suggestions were given, such as mathcentre.ac.uk and the MIT OpenCourseWare site, which includes video lectures and problem sets. The conversation ended with the user thanking the others for their help.
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asciencebuff
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can someone help me find a site that actually EXPLAINS differential equations ?

thx
jj
 
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Hmm, video tutorials anyone?

Try these:

http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/students.php/mathematics/differentiation/

and the wiki..
 
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3trQN said:
Hmm, video tutorials anyone?

Try these:

http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/students.php/mathematics/differentiation/

and the wiki..

That site is about differentiation, not differential equations. Try this it also has video lectures problem sets etc.

http://ocw.mit.edu/OcwWeb/Mathematics/18-03Spring2004/CourseHome/index.htm
 
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d_leet said:
That site is about differentiation, not differential equations. Try this it also has video lectures problem sets etc.

http://ocw.mit.edu/OcwWeb/Mathematics/18-03Spring2004/CourseHome/index.htm


cool Thanx! :biggrin:
 
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http://ocw.mit.edu/OcwWeb/Mathematics/18-03Spring2004/VideoLectures/

This is a whole DE class at MIT. Can't do much better!

[EDIT]Sorry this is a repeat
 
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that does look pretty good.
 

Related to Understanding Differential Equations

1. What are differential equations and why are they important?

Differential equations are mathematical equations that describe how a quantity changes over time. They are important because they are used to model a wide range of phenomena in science and engineering, from population growth to the behavior of electric circuits.

2. How do I solve a differential equation?

There are several methods for solving differential equations, including separation of variables, substitution, and using integrating factors. It is important to carefully analyze the equation and choose the appropriate method for solving it.

3. What are the different types of differential equations?

Differential equations can be classified into different types based on their order, linearity, and the types of functions involved. Some common types include ordinary differential equations, partial differential equations, and linear differential equations.

4. What is the role of initial conditions in solving a differential equation?

Initial conditions are necessary to solve a differential equation because they provide the starting point for the solution. These conditions represent the values of the variables at a specific time or point, and they are used to find the particular solution that satisfies the equation.

5. How can I apply differential equations in real life?

Differential equations have numerous applications in real life, such as modeling physical systems like motion and fluid flow, predicting population growth, and analyzing economic trends. They are also used in fields like medicine, engineering, and finance to make predictions and solve problems.

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