Concept of functional and its variations. The solution of problems using variational methods – the Euler-Lagrange equations. Applications include an introduction to Hamilton’s Principle and optimal control. [Offered: F] Prereq: MATH 237 or 247 and (One of AMATH 250, MATH 211/ECE 205, MATH 218, 228); Level at least 3A; Not open to General Mathematics students
