A First Course in Differential Equations with Modeling Applications (with C by Dennis G. Zill

Synopsis

For this eighth edition of a text for a one-semester or one-quarter course in ordinary differential equations, Zill (Loyola Marymount University) adds a CD-ROM of demonstrations and tools for chapter modeling projects, plus section introductions and review material to refresh students on foundations of what the chapter will cover. For this edition, the page size is larger and a two-color design has been incorporated. It is assumed that students have completed at least two semesters of calculus. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Booknews

An undergraduate text covering first-order and higher-order differential equations, series solutions of linear equations, the Laplace transform, systems of linear first-order differential equations, and numerical solutions of ordinary differential equations. This edition has a clearer delineation to the three major approaches to differential equations: analytical, qualitative, and numerical. It includes new problems that call for the use of a computer algebra system, new conceptual and discussion problems, and new project modules. The author is affiliated with Loyola Marymount University. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Biography

Dennis G. Zill is professor of mathematics at Loyola Marymount University. His interests are in applied mathematics, special functions, and integral transforms. Dr. Zill received his Ph.D. in applied mathematics and his M.S. from Iowa State University in 1967 and 1964, respectively. He received his B.A. from St. Mary's, Winona, MN, in 1962. Dr. Zill also is former chair of the Mathematics Department at Loyola Marymount University. He is the author or co-author of 13 mathematics texts.