MATH 489

Fall 2025 Part of Term 1

Part of Term 1
Aug 25-Dec 10

Credit: 3 OR 4 hours.

Studies mathematical theory of dynamical systems, emphasizing both discrete-time dynamics and nonlinear systems of differential equations. Topics include: chaos, fractals, attractors, bifurcations, with application to areas such as population biology, fluid dynamics and classical physics. Basic knowledge of matrix theory will be assumed.

3 or 4 undergraduate hours. 3 or 4 graduate hours. 4 hours of credit requires approval of the instructor and completion of additional work of substance. Prerequisite: One of MATH 284, MATH 285, MATH 286, MATH 441.

MATH 489 class schedule data for fall 2025
CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
30810
Lecture-Discussion
P13
11:00AM -11:50AM
MWF
103 Bevier Hall
Kirr, E
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
08/25/25-12/10/25
Credit:
3 hours
Restriction(s):
Not intended for First Time Freshman students.
39141
Lecture-Discussion
P14
11:00AM -11:50AM
MWF
103 Bevier Hall
Kirr, E
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
08/25/25-12/10/25
Special Approval:
Instructor Approval Required
Credit:
4 hours
Section Info:
Graduate students requesting the 4 credit hour section must first register for the 3 hour section. This must be done between the first day of the semester and the 8th week of the semester. See https://math.illinois.edu/academics/register-math-courses#3to4credits for more information.
Restriction(s):
Restricted to Graduate - Urbana-Champaign.
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