Calculus of Variations

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Study of the theory of maximum and minimum values of functions defined on spaces of infinite dimension. Includes topics such as Euler’s equation, geodesics, the isoperimetric problem, optimization constrained by subsidiary conditions, and the Weierstrass-Erdman corner conditions. Emphasis on both theory and application. Enrollment Requirement(s): for graduate students: MATH 362 , MATH 430 , and either MATH 264 or MATH 374 , all with a grade of C (2.0) or better. Prerequisite(s): for undergraduates: MATH 362 , MATH 430 , and either MATH 264 or MATH 374 , all with a grade of C (2.0) or better.