What is the role of Math 2403, Differential Equations, in the Discrete Mathematics program?
Should D-Maths take Differential Equations, Math 2403? The Discrete and Applied Math degree programs differ in several ways. One of them is that Differential Equations M2403, is not required for the Discrete Math degree, though it is for the Applied Math degree. Stronger Discrete Math Majors are encouraged to take differential equations, and should take this course in place of Math 2602 Linear and Discrete Math. The rationale is that Diff Eq is an exceptionally important course for all sorts of modelling issues, that require significant computation. And M2403 is required for the Partial Differential Equations courses, and important Numerical Methods courses at the 4XXX level. The material of M2602 will be more than adequately covered by a combination of the differential equations class, and M3012, Applied Combinatorics. The only hitch in this plan is that the M2602 is required for subsequent Industrial Systems and Engineering courses. The Math advisors will help these students get into
