Spring 2006

MATH-244 Calculus III


General Information, Syllabus, Assessment and Test Dates

Undergraduate Catalog Description: Three-dimensional analytic geometry, vector-valued functions, partial differentiation,multiple integration, and line integrals. Fall and Spring semester. Prerequisite: A gradeof %quot;C-%quot; or better in MATH-143.

Course Goals

  1. Develop a thorough understanding of the concepts and techniques of multivariable calculus.
  2. Further develop the ability to apply your knowledge of calculus to solve unfamiliar problems.
  3. (Further) develop skills for working effectively with others on mathematics problems.

Syllabus

Chapter 12: Functions of Several Variables
Chapter 13: A Fundamental Tool: Vectors
Chapter 14: Differentiating Functions of Several Variables
Chapter 15: Optimization: Local and Global Extrema
Chapter 16: Integrating Functions of Several Variables
Chapter 17: Parameterizing and Vector Fields

Assessment
1.Worksheets15%
2.Group quizzes (best 6 of 7 count)10%
3."Gateway" exam10%
4.Tests39%
5.Final Examination26%

Test Schedule

Test 1: Wednesday February 8
Test 2: Wednesday March 8
Test 3: Wednesday April 19

Final: Wednesday May 10

Gateway Exam Schedule

First attempt (in class): Tuesday March 28
Second attempt (outside class): Thursday April 6
Third attempt (outside class): Thursday April 20
Final attempt (outside class): Thursday April 27

Quiz Schedule

Quiz 1: Tuesday January 24
Quiz 2: Tuesday January 31
Quiz 3: Friday February 17
Quiz 4: Monday February 27
Quiz 5: Monday March 27
Quiz 6: Monday April 10
Quiz 7: Wednesday May 3
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