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Johns Hopkins University | EN.530.661

Applied Mathematics for Engineering

3.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(3.98)

This course presents a broad survey of the basic mathematical methods used in the solution of ordinary and partial differential equations: linear algebra, vector calculus, power series, Fourier series, separation of variables, integral transforms.

Fall 2013

(3.98)

Fall 2014

(3.98)

Fall 2013

Professor: Markus Hilpert

(3.98)

Students praised this course for providing a comprehensive review of the math students would need to know for engineering. They felt that the instructor provided simple and clear explanations of concepts and in-class exercises. There were some complaints, though; some students found the course’s pace was unbalanced, where some topics were covered in depth while other, more chal enging concepts were barely discussed. Most students suggested creating a more even pace to the class, and some students wanted the instructor to provide additional examples for the harder topics. Prospective students should know that the course is math intensive, so consistent and regular studying was important.

Fall 2014

Professor: Markus Hilpert

(3.98)

Students praised this wel -paced course for serving as an excellent mathematics refresher for students in the engineering field. Perceived issues with the course included a belief that the instructor moved at such a rapid pace that important topics were breezed over. Suggestions for improvement included a desire from multiple students that more time be spent on some of the more complicated topics either by removing some of the easier topics or by simply slowing down the rate of instruction. Prospective students should know that students found the course served as an in-depth review of linear algebra and differential equations and had a reasonable workload.