MATH 451S
Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos
Vincent Goverse
Description from DukeHub
Theory and applications of systems of nonlinear ordinary differential equations. Topics may include qualitative behavior, numerical experiments, oscillations, bifurcations, deterministic chaos, fractal dimension of attracting sets, delay differential equations, and applications to the biological and physical sciences. Research project and paper required. Prerequisite: Mathematics 216 or 356 or consent of instructor.
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- research methodsAI review: "Research project and paper required"
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- No: Physical, lab or field work
- No: Live work with people
- No: Judgment someone is accountable for
- No: A craft you practice with your hands or body
- Yes: Small, in-person format · seminar, 18 seats per section
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