Introduction to Mathematical Chaos

Overview

This class will give an introduction to chaos theory and fractals in the context of dynamical systems.

Course prerequisites

  • linear algebra
  • calculus
  • elementary knowledge of ordinary differential equations

Course meeting time and location

  • Tuesday and Thursday 10:30 - 11:55 am
  • Offered online via Zoom

Course instructor

  • Sarthak Parikh
  • Pronouns: he, him, his
  • Office hours: Online meetings via Zoom by appointment

Grading

  • Problem sets: 60% (= 4 x 15%)
  • Final presentation: 30%
  • Class participation: 10%

Offered

  • Spring 2021, Spring 2020, Spring 2019, Spring 2018 (Caltech/Ma 104)