MATH353 COMPLEX CALCULUS

Course Code:2360353
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):4 (4.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:8.0
Department:Mathematics
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:Lecturer Dr. MUHİDDİN UĞUZ
Offered Semester:Fall Semesters.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, a student will:

  • Understand in details the complex number system and the complex plane.
  • Use functions of a complex variable and explore their properties.
  • Understand the concepts of the derivative of a complex function and analyticity of a function.
  • Make calculations with elementary functions of a complex variable.
  • Evaluate line integrals and prove results using the Cauchy theorem and the Cauchy integral formulas.
  • Freely use of complex sequences and infinite series, Laurent series, residues and the residue theorem and apply them to various problems.
  • Understand the concepts of conformal mappings, geometrical principles, compactness, and the Riemann mapping theorem.

Course Content

Algebra of complex numbers. Polar representation. Analyticity. Cauchy-Riemann equations. Power series. Elementary functions. Mapping by elementary functions. Linear fractional transformations. Line integral. Cauchy-Theorem. Cauchy integral formula. Taylor`s Series. Laurent series. Residues. Residue theorem. Improper integrals.


Course Learning Outcomes


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
#Program Outcomes0123
1Acquires mathematical thinking skills (problem solving, generating ways of thinking, forming correspondence, generalizing etc.) and can use them in related fields.
2Can produce innovative thoughts and products.
3Can design mathematics related problems, devise solution methods and apply them when appropriate.
4Has a comprehension of mathematical symbols, concepts together with the interactions among them and can express his/her solutions similarly.
5Has a command of Turkish and English languages so that he/she can actively communicate (read, write, listen and speak).
6Contributes to solving global, environmental and social problems either individually or as being part of a social group.
7Respects ethical values and rules; applies them in professional and social issues.
8Can work cooperatively in a team and also individually.
9Is responsive to life-long learning, improving his/her skills and abilities
10Comprehends necessity of knowledge, can define it and acquires it; uses knowledge effectively and shares it with others

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