Bringing the computer into the classroom, this text emphasizes the use of computer software in teaching linear and nonlinear differential equations and systems. Along with discussing fundamental existence, uniqueness, and continuation theorems, it includes numerical case studies that highlight possible pitfalls when computing a numerical solution without first considering the appropriate theory. Requiring no prior knowledge of programming languages, the text shows how to solve various mathematical models, such as population growth, epidemic, and predator-prey models. The accompanying CD-ROM contains the software programs used in the text. A solutions manual is available for qualifying instructors.
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Differential Equations
Mathematical Physics
Textbook

This accessible book teaches how to reason logically, read proofs critically, and write valid mathematical proofs. It facilitates a smooth transition from courses designed to develop computational skills and problem solving abilities to courses that emphasize theorem proving. The text proves many theorems from different areas in mathematics, provides a thorough presentation of logic by including both formal and informal proofs, and develops integers from natural numbers, rational numbers from integers, and real numbers from rational numbers. It includes numerous examples and exercises, along with a solutions manual for qualifying instructors.
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Set Theory
Algebra
Advanced Mathematics
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Undergraduate

Designed as a field guide and a reference, this book includes photographs of exposed geologic sections, stratotype localities, collection sites, and details of interesting fossil beds. It contains 124 full-page illustrations, 43 black and white plates of index fossils, and 12 color plates of simulated space shuttle images of Florida’s ancient seas and coastlines. The text is accompanied by a CD-ROM featuring animated maps along with a PowerPoint presentation of simulated space shuttle imagery of Eocene-to-Holocene Florida. The book brings together the perspectives of various geoscientists to provide an overview of the geology, paleontology, and paleoceanography of the region.
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Environmental Geology
Marine & Aquatic Science
Earth Sciences
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Professional