CHILD DEVELOPMENT (TURKISH)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
MAT2062 Differential Equations Fall 3 0 3 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi GÜLSEMAY YİĞİT
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. NAFİZ ARICA
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course covers the fundamental concepts of an introductory level of elementary differential equations with basic concepts, theory, solution methods and applications. Main goal is to develop the basics of modeling at an introductory level and connect this step to the theoretical and methodological resource of mathematics.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Classify differential equations and determine the existence and uniqueness of solutions of Initial Value Problems
2. Solve first order separable and linear differential equations
3. Use substitution methods to solve homogeneous and Bernoulli equations
4. Solve exact differential equations
5. Solve the higher order linear homogeneous and nonhomogeneous differential equations
6. Solve the systems of linear differential equations
7. Solve differential equations by using Laplace transform method

Course Content

In this course basic concepts of elementary differential equations will be covered. The solution techniques for the different types of first order differential equations will be given and the solution methods will be taught. The higher order linear differential equations and solution methods will be discussed. The systems of linear equations will be covered with different techniques. Finally, the Laplace Transform method will be taught to solve linear differential equations.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Classification of differential equations, Explicit solution, implicit solution, Initial Value Problems, Integrals as General and Particular Solutions.
2) Existence and Uniqueness of Solution. Separable Differential Equations.
3) First Order Linear Differential Equations.
4) Substitutions methods. Homogeneous Differential Equations. Bernoulli Differential Equations.
5) Exact Differential Equations.
6) Population models. Reducible second order equations.
7) Theory of Higher Order Linear Differential Equations, Existence and Uniqueness Theorem, Linear Dependence and Independence, Representation of Solutions for Homogeneous and Nonhomogeneous Cases.
8) Homogeneous Linear Equations with Constant Coefficients. Euler Equations.
9) Solution of Nonhomogeneous Linear Differential Equations. Method of Undetermined Coefficients.
10) Solution of Nonhomogeneous Linear Differential Equations. Method of Variation of Parameters.
11) Theory of Systems of Linear Differential Equations.
12) The Eigenvalue Method for Systems of Linear Differential Equations.
13) Laplace Transforms: Definition of the Laplace Transform, Properties of the Laplace Transform. Inverse Laplace Transform.
14) Solution of Differential Equations by using Laplace Transform.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Differential Equations with Boundary Value Problems by C. Henry Edwards & D. E.Penney, sixth edition
References: Introduction to Ordinary Differential Equations” by Shepley L. Ross. Fourth Edition, John Wiley and Sons.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 2 % 20
Midterms 1 % 35
Final 1 % 45
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 55
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 45
Total % 100

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) To gain both theoretical and practical knowledge about physical, cognitive, social-emotional aspects of child development. 4
2) To display actions in professional practice based on ethical principles and values. 5
3) To adopt the principle of lifelong learning, using efficient ways for accessing information. 5
4) To know the stages of child development and to be able to use models / theories efficiently for supporting children's cognitive, affective and psycho-motor development. 5
5) To plan, implement and evaluate professional projects, research and events with a sense of social responsibility, 5
6) To be able to use effective communication methods in counseling and child and family-based guidance. 3
7) To be sensitive to the child and family-related issues taking into account the child's stages of development, and to implement strategies for personal development of child and education methods which are vital for leading effective and productive life. 5
8) To use the education and communication materials according to the child development stage, and to create proper educational environment. 5
9) To take responsibilities in the field of child development and education using interdisciplinary approach, and to use information technologies, and to engage in projects and activities. 5
10) To use health information technologies for research in the field of child development. 5
11) To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. 5
12) To become a good example for colleagues and society, and represent efficiently the professional identity using advanced knowledge about child development. 5