Course detail

Partial Differential Equations

FSI-SPD Acad. year: 2025/2026 Winter semester

Partial differential equations – basic concepts and mathematical models.
Linear first-order equations – methods of characteristics and characteristic coordinates. Linear second-order equations – classification and transformation to canonical form. Derivation of selected equations in mathematical physics (heat conduction, string vibration), formulation of initial and boundary value problems. Laplace and Poisson equations – solving boundary value problems. Methods of integral transformations, Green's function method, and maximum principles.

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Prerequisites

Solution of algebraic equations and system of linear equations, differential and integral calculus of functions of one and more variables, Fourier series, ordinary differential equations.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

To obtain course credit, one must pass one written test successfully. The exam grade consists of a written and an oral part.

Language of instruction

Czech

Aims

The course aims are to introduce students to partial differential equations, their fundamental properties, and their applications in mathematical modeling. Students will learn to formulate initial and boundary value problems that model selected specific physical situations. Another objective is to familiarize students with classical solution methods and teach them how to solve simple problems related to equations of mathematical physics.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

The study programmes with the given course

Programme B-MAI-P: Mathematical Engineering, Bachelor's
branch ---: no specialisation, 5 credits, compulsory

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

26 hours, compulsory

Syllabus

Exercise

26 hours, compulsory

Syllabus

There will be no distinction between exercises and lectures. According to the topic being covered, examples will be solved in real time.