Elementary Differential Equations and Boundary Value Problems

This revised edition includes problems and examples that incorporate computer technology. Many of the problems also call for graphing solutions or statements about their behaviour. In doing this, the text clearly demonstrates why solutions are no more important than the conclusions that can be drawn from them. The book includes features such as: a sound and accurate exposition of theory with attention to methods of solution, analysis, and approximation that can be used in many applications; problems on properties of solutions which emphasize the importance of understanding the qualitative behaviour of solutions; use of technology, illustrations, and problem sets to help students develop an understanding of the material; historic footnotes that trace development of the discipline and identify some outstanding individual contributions; and the answers to most of the problems in the book. This edition contains additional features such as: more figures within the text plus problems chosen to promote a more visual understanding of differential equations; problems that explore the effect of changing parameter values; an update of the numerical methods chapter and new figures and problems.

Take advantage of valuable study resources to succeed in your course

This new edition of Boyce & DiPrima’s Elementary Differential Equations, 8/e, and the accompanying supplements have been carefully developed to give you the support you need to succeed in your course.  The Eighth Edition gives you a CD-ROM with powerful ODE Architect modeling software and an array of web-based learning tools to support your studies.

The CD-ROM includes:

• The award-winning ODE Architect software. The software’s 14 modules enable you to build and solve your own ODEs, and to use simulations and multimedia to develop detailed mathematical models and concepts in a truly interactive environment.
• The ODE Architect Companion. The Companion extends the ideas featured in each multimedia module.

The web-based learning tools include:

• Review & Study Guidelines. The Chapter Review Guidelines will help you prepare for quizzes and exams.
• Online Review Quizzes. The quizzes enable you to test your knowledge of key concepts and provide diagnostic feedback that references appropriate sections in the text.
• PowerPoint Slides. You can print these slides out for in-class note taking.
• Getting Started with ODE Architect. This guide will help you get up-and-running with ODE Architect’s simulations and multimedia.