Introduction to Mathematical Chaos (Spring 2021-22)
An introduction to chaos theory and fractals in the context of dynamical systems.
Overview
This class gives an introduction to chaos theory and fractals in the context of dynamical systems.
Course prerequisites
- linear algebra
- calculus
- elementary knowledge of ordinary differential equations
Meeting time and location
- Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30 – 11:55 am
- Offered online via Zoom
Instructor
- Sarthak Parikh (he/him) · Office hours online by appointment
Grading
- Problem sets: 60% (4 × 15%)
- Final presentation: 30%
- Class participation: 10%
References
- Alligood, Sauer, and Yorke, Chaos: An Introduction to Dynamical Systems
- Pesin and Climenhaga, Lectures on Fractal Geometry and Dynamical Systems