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Republic of the Philippines
NUEVA VIZCAYA STATE UNIVERSITY
Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

OUTCOME-BASED SYLLABUS in
Math 4 (Differential Equations)
1st Semester, 2020 - 2021

Course Code: Math 4 Course credit: 3 units

Course Title: Differential Equations Weekly Contact hours: 3 hours/week
Prerequisite: Integral Calculus

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I. Course Description:
Differential equations of the first order and first degree, linear equations, variation of
parameters, methods of undetermined coefficients, inverse operators, Laplace transforms
systems of differential equations, and applications.

II. Program Outcomes:

PO 1. Apply knowledge of mathematics and sciences to solve complex engineering
problems.
PO 2. Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data.
PO 3. 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.
PO 4. Function effectively on multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams that establish goals,
plan tasks, and meet deadlines.
PO 5. Identify, formulate and solve complex problems in electrical engineering.
PO 6. Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering practice;
PO 7. Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
PO 8. Understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic,
environmental, and societal context.
PO 9. Recognize the need for additional knowledge and engage in lifelong learning.
PO 10. Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the field of electrical engineering.
PO 11. Apply techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for electrical
engineering practice.
PO 12. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering and management
principles as a member and/or leader in a team to manage projects in
multidisciplinary environments.

III. Course Outcomes:

CO 1. Discuss the different types of differential equations.
CO 2. Apply the differential equations to selected engineering problems.

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IV. CURRICULUM MAP

A. Alignment of Course Outcomes with Program Outcomes (PO)

Program Outcomes (PO)

Course Outcomes (CO) PO PO PO PO PO PO PO7 PO PO PO PO PO
1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12
CO 1. Discuss the different types of differential equations. ✔ ✔
CO 2. Apply the differential equations to selected engineering problems. ✔ ✔

B. Alignment of Course Content with Course Outcomes (CO)

Course Content Course Outcomes (CO)

(Chapter Title and subtopics from the course outline) CO 1 CO 2
DEFINITIONS
1. Definitions and Classifications of Differential Equations I
2. Order and degree of a Differential Equations (General and Particular) I
3. Family of Curves I I
4. Elimination of Arbitrary Constant I I
SOLUTION OF SOME 1ST ORDER, 1ST DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
1. Variable Separable I I
2. Homogeneous I I
3. Exact I I
4. Linear I I
5. Equations Linear in a Function I I
6. Bernoulli’s Equation
APPLICATIONS OF 1ST ORDER DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
1. Decomposition/ Growth I I
2. Newton’s Law of cooling I I
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3. Mixing (Non- Reacting Fluids I I

4. Electric Circuits
LINEAR DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS OF ORDER N I I
1. Standard Form of a Linear Differential Equations I I
2. Linear Independence of a Set of Functions I I
3. Differential Operator I I
4. Differential Operator Form of a Linear Differential Equations I I
HOMOGENEOUS LINEAR DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS WITH CONSTANT COEFFICIENTS
1. General Solution I I
2. Auxiliary Equation I I
NON-HOMOGENEOUS LINEAR DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS WITH CONSTANT COEFFICIENTS
1. Form of the General Solution I I
2. Solution by the method of Undetermined Coefficients I I
3. Solution by variation of Parameters I I

Legend:
I – An introductory course to an outcome
E – An enabling course that strengthens the outcome
D – A course that demonstrates an outcome

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V. Course Outline and Timeframe

TIMEFRAME COURSE CONTENT/SUBJECT MATTER

Week 1 VISION, MISSION, GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND ORIENTATION OF POLICIES
DEFINITIONS
Week 1 1. Definitions and Classifications of Differential Equations
2. Order and degree of a Differential Equations (General and
Week 1
Particular)
Week 2 3. Family of Curves
Week 2 4. Elimination of Arbitrary Constant
SOLUTION OF SOME 1ST ORDER, 1ST DEGREE DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
Week 3 1. Variable Separable
Week 4 2. Homogeneous
Week 5 3. Exact
Week 6 4. Linear
Week 7 5. Equations Linear in a Function
Week 8 6. Bernoulli’s Equation
Week 9 MID-TERM EXAMINATION
APPLICATIONS OF 1ST ORDER DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
Week 10 1. Decomposition/ Growth
Week 11 2. Newton’s Law of cooling
Week 12 3. Mixing (Non- Reacting Fluids
Week 13 4. Electric Circuits
LINEAR DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS OF ORDER N
Week 14 1. Standard Form of a Linear Differential Equations
Week 14 2. Linear Independence of a Set of Functions
Week 14 3. Differential Operator
Week 14 4. Differential Operator Form of a Linear Differential Equations
HOMOGENEOUS LINEAR DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS WITH CONSTANT
COEFFICIENTS
Week 15 1. General Solution
Week 15 2. Auxiliary Equation
NON-HOMOGENEOUS LINEAR DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS WITH
CONSTANT COEFFICIENTS
Week 16 1. Form of the General Solution
Week 17 2. Solution by the method of Undetermined Coefficients
Week 17 3. Solution by variation of Parameters
Week 18 FINAL EXAMINATION

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VI. Learning Plan

Teaching and Learning Values Time

Assessment
Desired Learning Course Content / Activities Developed Frame
Outcomes Subject Matter Learning Learning Assessment Assessments
Activities Activities Tasks Tools
Internalize and A. Orientation Interactive Acquaintances Recitation Log Loyalty Week 1
actualized the mission- a. Mission, Goals & Discussion Orientation to the Congeniality
vision of the university Objectives of the subject and Flexibility Respect
and the college of University and of the classroom rules and to cultural
engineering; and the College subject diversity
goals and objectives of b. Rules & regulation of requirements
the college of the University Student Handbooks
engineering
Classification of B. Definitions Interactive The students Quizzes Answer key Patience Week 1
differential equations a. Definition and Discussion determine the Assignments Recitation Log Accuracy
by order, degree, Classifications of different Recitations Competitiveness
linearity, implicit and differential Equations classifications being Examinations Creativity
explicit, ordinary or (D.E) referred to in the Problem Set Critical Thinking Week 1
partial, existence and b. Order degree of a cases given Assertiveness
uniqueness of solutions, D.E(General and
and homogeneity. Particular)
c. Family of Curves Week 2
d. Elimination of Week 2
Arbitrary Constant
Solve differential C. Solution of Some 1st Interactive Students Quizzes Answer key Patience
equations by the Order, 1st degree D.E Discussion identify/solve the Assignments Recitation Log Accuracy
standard methods of a. Variable Separable different method in Recitations Competitiveness Week 3
separations of b. Homogeneous solving differential Examinations Creativity Week 4
variables, integrating c. Exact equations being Problem Set Critical Thinking Week 5
factors, exact methods, d. Linear referred to in the Assertiveness Week 6
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substitutions and e. Equations Linear in a cases given Week 7

transformations or show Function
solutions do not exist. f. Bernoulli’s Equation Week 8
Model real- life D. Applications of 1st Order Interactive Students Quizzes Answer key Patience
applications using D.E Discussion identify/solve the Assignments Recitation Log Accuracy
differential equations. a. Decomposition/ different Recitations Competitiveness Week 10
Growth applications being Examinations Creativity
b. Newton’s Law of referred to in the Problem Set Critical Thinking Week 11
cooling cases given Assertiveness
c. Mixing (Non- Week 12
Reacting Fluids)
d. Electric Circuits Week 13
Solve certain types of E. Linear Differential Interactive Students familiarize Quizzes Answer key Patience Week 14
linear differential Equations of order n Discussion the different Assignments Recitation Log Accuracy
equations of order a. Standard Form of a notations being Recitations Competitiveness
greater than one. Linear Differential used, specifically in Examinations Creativity
Equations higher-order linear Problem Set Critical Thinking
b. Linear differential Assertiveness
Independence of a equations
Set of Functions
c. Differential
Operators
d. Differential Operator
Form of a Linear
Differential
Equations
Use Laplace Transform F. Homogeneous Linear Interactive Students Quizzes Answer key Patience Week 15
and series solutions D.E with Constant Discussion identify/solve Assignments Recitation Log Accuracy
method to obtain Coefficients homogeneous Recitations Competitiveness
solutions and other a. General Solution linear Differential Examinations Creativity
useful information b. Auxiliary Equation Equations with Problem Set Critical Thinking
about differential constant Assertiveness
equations to which coefficients

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these methods apply. being referred to in

the cases given
Use technology to solve G. Non- Homogeneous D.E Interactive Students Quizzes Answer key Patience Week 16 -
differential equations to with Constant- Discussion identify/solve non- Assignments Recitation Log Accuracy 17
obtain other useful Coefficients homogeneous Recitations Competitiveness
information about the a. Form of the General Differential Examinations Creativity
problem that they Solution Equations with Problem Set Critical Thinking
model. b. Solution by the constant Assertiveness
method of coefficients
Undetermined being referred to in
Coefficients the cases given
c. Solution by variation
of Parameters

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VII. Course Requirements and Grading System

Weight
Requirements Points
(%)
Mid Term 40
Mid-Term Examination 100 40
Class Standing 60
• Recitation/Class Participation and Quizzes 20
• Assignments 10
• Group Outputs/Project 30

*Outputs/Projects must be given higher percentage than

the other criteria under class standing
Final Term 60
Final Examination 100 40
Class Standing 60
• Recitation/Class Participation and Quizzes 20
• Assignments 10
• Group Outputs/Project 30

*Outputs/Projects must be given higher percentage than

the other criteria under class standing

Grading System: Absolute Standard: Class Standing (60%) + MTE/FE (40%) = 100%
Final Grade = Mid Term Grade (40%) + Final Term Grade (60%)

Grade
Raw Score Descriptive Equivalent
Equivalent
60%
98 – 100 1.00 Outstanding
93 – 97 1.25 Outstanding
88 – 92 1.50 Very Satisfactory
83 – 87 1.75 Very Satisfactory
79 – 82 2.00 Very Satisfactory
74 – 78 2.25 Satisfactory
70 – 73 2.50 Satisfactory
65 – 69 2.75 Satisfactory
60 – 64 3.00 Fair
55 – 59 4.00 Conditional
Below 55 5.00 Failed
INC Incomplete
DRP Officially Dropped without Credit
UD Unofficially Dropped with a grade of 5.00
*General Education or basic subject/General Education subjects for board course/Professional
or Major subjects = 60%

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VIII. References

A) Book/Printed Resources

Bird, John Higher Engineering mathematics, 6th Edition: Elsevier’s

Science & Technology Rights Department in Oxford,
UK, 2010
Nagle, R, K, et. AL Fundamentals of Differential Equations, 8 th Edition-
Pearson Education, Inc., Rights and Contracts
Department, 501 Boylston Street, Suite 900, Boston,
MA 02116
Rainville, E.D & Bedient P. E Elementary Differential Equation, Seventh Edition,1989
Ramirez, Leal & Miller Essential Calculus with Application: Academic
publishing House, San Juan, 1991
Zill, Dennis G. A first Course in differential equations with modelling
Applications, 9th Edition: Brooks/Cole 10 Davis Drive
Belmont, CA 94002-3098 USA, 2009

B) e-Resources

http://www.soton.ac.uk/~cjg/eng1/modules/modules.html

http://www.mit.opencourseware.com

http://www.mathalino.com/reviewer/advance-engineering-mathematics/advance-
engineering-mathematics

http://ecereviewcourse.blogspot.com/p/math.html

Prepared by/revised by/adopted by: Reviewed by:

ALAN P. NEBRIDA CHERRY D. QUIDIT

Faculty Member Department Chair

Recommending Approval:

MARY B. PASION CARLO F. VADIL

Dean Campus Administrator

Approved:

JOCELYN P. CABRERA
Vice President for Academic Affairs
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