College of Engineering and Technology

Department of Mechanical Engineering

COURSE SYLLABUS
MATH 224 – DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
2nd Semester
SY : 2020-2021

VISION

A research-based academic institution committed to excellence and service in nurturing globally

competitive workforce towards sustainable development.

MISSION

The Romblon State University shall nurture an academic environment that

1. provides advanced education, higher technological and professional instruction and;

2. provides technical expertise in agriculture and fisheries, forestry, education, humanities,
sciences, and other relevant fields of study and;
3. collaborates with other institutions and communities through responsive, relevant and
research-based extension services.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEO)

The Mechanical Engineering program has adopted the following educational objectives.

Graduates from the Mechanical Engineering program are expected to attain MISSION
or achieve the following Program Educational Objectives 3 - 5 years of
graduation:
1 2 3

PEO1: Establish technical expertise in the field of mechanical engineering

and gain recognition for the work in their respective fields.
√ √

PEO2: Design and develop relevant technology using skills and

resourcefulness; develop creative and innovative solutions to engineering
problems; and identify, search and solve new technical challenges. √

PEO3: Keep abreast of emerging technologies, continually learn new

knowledge and actively participate in professional communities to nourish √ √
ever-developing careers.
PEO4: Demonstrate leadership and initiative to ethically advance
professional and organizational goals, and show commitment to teamwork
while working with others of diverse cultural and interdisciplinary √ √
backgrounds..

COURSE INFORMATION:
Course Code: MATH 224
Course Title Differential Equations
Course Description The course is intended for all engineering students to have a firm
foundation on differential equations in preparation for their degree-specific
advanced mathematics courses. It covers first order differential equations,
nth order linear differential equations and systems of first order linear
differential equations. It also introduces the concept of Laplace Transforms
in solving differential equations. The students are expected to be able to
recognize different kinds of different equations, determine the existence
and uniqueness of solution, select the appropriate methods of solution and
interpret the obtained solution. Students are also expected to relate
differential equations to various practical engineering and scientific
problems as well as employ computer technology in solving and verifying
solutions.

Credit Units 3 units

Lecture hours 3
Laboratory 0
Pre-requisite Calculus 2

STUDENTS OUTCOMES (SO)

Upon completion of the program, the Romblon State University Mechanical PEO
Engineering students will demonstrate:
1 2 3 4

a) An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering

√ √ √
b) An ability to design and conduct experiments in order to understand a
phenomenon, prove an idea, test engineering solution and to make
sound scientific conclusions, as well as to analyze and interpret data √ √ √
using various models and frameworks.
c) An ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs
within realistic constraints √ √ √ √
d) An ability to function on multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams
√ √
e) An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems
√ √ √
f) An understanding of professional, social and ethical responsibility
√ √ √
g) An ability to communicate effectively both in Filipino and English languages
through writing, listening, presenting, observing, questioning, focusing, and
connecting complex engineering activities with various communities including √ √
engineering experts and society at large.
h) A broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering
solutions in a global, economic, environmental and societal context √ √ √
i) An ability to use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary
for mechanical engineering practice √ √ √ √

COURSE OUTCOMES (CO)

Student Outcomes
Course Outcomes(COs) : At the end of the course, the student will be able to:
a c d e f g h
CO-1 APPLY integration to the evaluation of areas, volumes of revolution, I
force and work
CO-2 USE - integration techniques on single and multi-variable functions I
CO-3 EXPLAIN the physical interpretation of the double and triple integral I
Note: I - An introductory course to an Outcome
E – Enabling
D – Demonstrate

COURSE OUTLINE

MODULAR
Week Topic Learning Outcome
Learning Assessment
Activities Tasks
1. Self-preparation
2. Explore the
1.Gain familiarity with the
different features
Orientation subject itself, the mode
and functions of
of learning, and the
Moodle.
rules and regulations of
3. Download and
the class.
read the Course
Syllabus
1 Identify the order and
degree of differential
Introduction / Definition equations. 1. Download and Review Exercises
 Definition and  Define and classify read the module. Problem Sets
Classification of the Differential 2. Accomplish the
assessment Assignment
Differential Equations according
Equations (DE) to order, degree, and tasks. Chapter Test
linearity.

1. Solve independently
variable separable
and homogenous
differential
equations.
2. Recognize and
classify types of 1. Download and
solution to ordinary read the
Solution to First Order DE
differential module. Review Exercises
equations. 2. Accomplish the Problem Sets
1. Variable Separable
2-3  Learn and obtain assessment
Type Assignment
solution to variable task/s.
2. Homogeneous Short Quiz
separable equation. 3. Submit the
Type
 Learn and obtain required
solution to outputs.
homogenous
equation.

4-6 4. Exact Type 1. Solve independently 1. Download and Review Exercises

5. Linear Type exact, linear and read the module Problem Sets
6. Bernoulli’s Bernoulli’s differential for Weeks 4-6. Assignment
Equation equations. 2. Accomplish the
Chapter Test
 Learn and obtain assessment
solution to exact task/s.
equation. 3. Submit the
 Learn and obtain required outputs.
solution to linear
equation
 Learn and obtain
solution to Bernoulli’s
equation

Use differential
equations to model and
Application of First Order solve problems in a
Differential Equations range of mathematical
applications. 1. Download and
 Decomposition /
Growth  Identify real-life read the module
for Weeks 7-8. Review Exercises
 Newton’s Law of problems where
differential 2. Accomplish the Problem Sets
7-8 Cooling
equations can be assessment Assignment
 Mixing (non- task/s. Chapter Test
reacting fluids) used to model
3. Submit the
 Electric Circuits the system. required outputs.
 Recognize the
solutions to be
used in such
problems.
9 Final Examination
Evaluation/Submission of Output
10
Finalization of Grades

LIST OF RESOURCES
1. Rainville, E.D., Bedient P.E. (1989). Elementary Differential
Equations 7th Ed., Macmillan Publishing Company
2. Tracy, C.A (2017). Lectures on Differential Equations.
3. Toing, J.R., Tiong, J.C. Jr., (2012). Mathematics 1st Edition, First
Benchmark Publisher, Inc.
4. Excel Academic Council. (2008) 1001 Solved Problems in
Engineering Mathematics 3rd Edition, First Benchmark Publisher, Inc.
5. Chasnov, J.R., (2009). Differential Equations.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

 Problem Sets/ Activity

 Assignments
 Major Examination
 Short Quizzes
 Chapter Tests

COURSE POLICIES

 Major Exam. Major exam (Final) will be given at the time prepared by the College. All
students must take the major exams.
 Make Up Works. Make-up works are only possible on major exam. Make sure the
reason for not taking major exam is acceptable (e.g. illness, emergency) and is supported by
a valid proof.
 Course Requirement. All course requirements must be submitted on time. Failure to
do so will mean a score of zero.
 Academic Dishonesty. All forms of dishonest work will have corresponding
sanctions. It’s possible that such works will not be graded at all.
 Group Grade. For a group work, your individual grade is a percentage of your group
grade. The instructor will assess your contribution during the group activity.
 Plagiarism. Don’t copy material from any website or printed materials such as books,
and submit them as if they were your own work. Always cite your sources.
 Examinations. Write or print solutions on one side of the paper only. Use only either
black or blue ball pens.

STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Students who have any disability that might affect their performance in the class are encouraged
to speak with the instructor early in the semester.

COURSE GRADING SYSTEM

Grading will be as follows:
Short Quizzes 15%
Chapter Tests 20%
Assignments 15%
Problem Sets/Activity 10%
Final Examination 40%
Methods of Computation
Absolute zero shall be used in all examinations and quizzes.
Percentile shall be used in recording grades when evaluating students using the formula
Grades Equivalents

Rating Grade
96 - 100 1.00
91 - 95 1.25
86 - 90 1.50
81 - 85 1.75
76 - 80 2.00
71 - 75 2.25
66 - 70 2.50
61 - 65 2.75
60 3.00
Conditional 4.00
Below 60 5.00

Note: Conditional is not a grade. It is given to students that lacks necessary requirements and
therefore, must be accomplished before the end of that semester to obtain a grade.