Republic of the Philippines

Tarlac State University

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Tarlac City

SYLLABUS
In

MATH 8
Differential Equations

Prepared by:
ENGR. FERDINAND L. MARCOS
Recommending Approval:
ENGR. CRISPIN I. FLORA
Chairperson
DR. MIRIAM S. GALVEZ
Dean, College of Engineering

Approved:
DR. LOLITA V. SICAT
VP, Academic Affairs

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Approved by:

1st Semester 2015-2016

2nd Semester 2014-2015

Engr. F. L. Marcos

Dr. M. S. Galvez

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VISION
Tarlac State University is envisioned to be a premier University in the AsiaPacific.
MISSION
Tarlac State University commits to promote and sustain the offering of quality
and relevant programs in higher and advanced education ensuring equitable
access to education for people empowerment, professional development, and
global competitiveness.
Toward this end, TSU shall:
1. Provide quality instruction through qualified, competent and adequately
trained faculty members and support staff.
2. Be a premier research institution by enhancing research undertakings in
the fields of technology and sciences and strengthening collaboration
with local and international institutions.
3. Be a champion in community development by strengthening
partnership with public and private organizations and individuals.
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
1. To produce B.S. Electrical Engineering graduates who are
fully equipped with the fundamentals of electrical
engineering that will allow them to be immediately
competitive in industry or in graduate work while
providing the best opportunity for achieving their full
potential;
2. To develop B. S. Electrical Engineering graduates who
have a strong sense of ethical and professional
responsibility and social awarenesss.

MISSION
1 2 3

COURSE SYLLABUS
1. Course Code:

MATH 8

2. Course Title:

Differential Equations

3. Pre-requisite:

MATH 7A

4. Co-requisite:

None

5. Credit:

3 units/ 3 hours per week

6. Course Description:

A study of differentiation and integration in solving first order, firstdegree differential equations; application of differential equations; linear
differential equations of order n; and homogenous and non-homogenous
differential equations with constant coefficients.

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2nd Semester 2014-2015

Engr. F. L. Marcos

Dr. M. S. Galvez

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7. Student Outcomes and Relationship to Program Educational

Objectives:
Program
Educatio
nal
Student Outcomes
Objectiv
es
1
2
(a) Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the

specific field of practice;

(b Effectively communicate orally and in writing;

)
(c) Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and

multi-cultural teams;
(d Act in recognition of professional, social, and ethical

)
responsibilities; and
(e) Preserve and promote Filipino historical and cultural

heritage
(f) Apply knowledge of mathematics and sciences to solve

engineering problems;
(g design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and

)
interpret data;
(h design a system, component, or process to meet desired
)
needs within realistic constraints such as economic,
environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety,

manufacturability, and sustainability, in accordance with

standards;
(i) identify, formulate and solve engineering problems;

(j)

understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global,

economic, environmental, and societal context;
(k) recognize the need for and engage in life-long learning;
(l) apply techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools
necessary for engineering practice; and
(m know and understand engineering and management
)
principles as a member and/or leader in a team to manage
projects in multidisciplinary environments;
(n assess and evaluate power systems operations under
)
normal and abnormal conditions; and
(o) analyze the operating principles related to power generation
from non-conventional sources of energy

8. Course Outcomes and Relationship to Program Outcomes:

Course Outcomes
After completion of the course,
the student must be able to:
1. Solve the different types of
differential equations

Program Outcomes
a

f
E

m n

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2. Apply differential equations to

selected engineering problems

E=Enabling, I= Introductory, D=Demonstrative

9. Course Coverage:
Wee
k
1
1-2

3-4

Teaching and
Learning
Activities

Topics
Orientation; discussion of course goals
and expected outcomes; discussion of
course policies, grading system

Discussion

Definitions
- Definition and Classifications of Differential Equations (D.E.)
- Order Degree of a D.E. / Linearity
- Solution of a D.E. (General and Particular)

Lecture

Seatwork,
Recitation,

Solution of Some 1st Order, 1st Degree D.E.

- Variable Separable
- Homogeneous Equations

Lecture;
class
discussion

Board work
Homework,
Quiz 1

- Exact Differential Equations

- Linear DE

- Equations Linear in a Function

- Bernoullis Equation

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Assessmen
t Tasks
Week

Applications of 1st Order D.E.

- Decomposition / Growth
- Newtons Law of Cooling
- Mixing (Non-Reacting Fluids)
- Electric Circuits

Lecture;
class
discussion
Lecture;
class
discussion
Lecture;
class
discussion

Seatwork,
Recitation,
Board work
Homework
and Quiz 2
Homework,
Quiz 3

MIDTERM EXAMINATION

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Linear D.E. of Order n

- Standard Form of a Linear D.E.
- Linear Independence of a Set of Functions

1112

- Differential Operators
- Differential Operator Form of a Linear D.E.

1314

Homogeneous Linear D.E. with Constant Coefficients

- General Solution
- Auxiliary Equation

1517

Non-Homogeneous D.E. with Constant-Coefficients

- Form of the General Solution
- Solution by Method of Undetermined Coefficients
- Solution by Variation of Parameters

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FINAL EXAMINATION

Lecture;
class
discussion;
Lecture;
class
discussion
Lecture;
class
discussion
Lecture;
class
discussion

Seatwork,
Recitation
Seatwork,
Recitation,
Quiz 4
Homework
and Quiz 5
Board work
Homework,
Quiz 6

10. Suggested References:

Date Effective:

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2nd Semester 2014-2015

Engr. F. L. Marcos

Dr. M. S. Galvez

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a. Elementary Differential Equations, 7 th Ed., Earl D. Rainville and Phillip E. Bedient,

Macmillan Publishing Company, 1989.
b. Elementary Differential Equations, 6th Ed., Lyman M. Kells, Mc-Graw-Hill 1960
c. Elementary Differential Equations, A Simplified Approach, 1 st Ed., Jonathan B.
Cabero, Pastor B. Malaborbor, Lorina G. Salamat, Antonina C. Sta. Maria, Donata
D. Acula, Cacho Hermanos, Inc., 2012

11. Course Evaluation:

Quizzes
Term Examination
Seatwork/Recitation/Assignment
Attendance
Total
Final Grade = (Mid Term + Final Term) / 2

50%
30%
10%
10%
100%

Passing Grade = 60%

GRADING SYSTEM
Average
96-100
91-95
86-90
81-85
76-80
71-75
65-70
60-64
Below 60
Aside from

Grade
1.00
1.25
1.50
2.00
2.25
2.50
2.75
3.00
5.00

academic deficiency, other grounds for a failing grade are:

Cheating during examinations
Grave misconduct other than cheating
Exceeding 20% of allowable absences

12. Committee Members:

Ferdinand L. Marcos Chairman
Crispin I. Flora
Leo P. Piao

Date Effective:

Date Revised:

Prepared by:

Approved by:

1st Semester 2015-2016

2nd Semester 2014-2015

Engr. F. L. Marcos

Dr. M. S. Galvez

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