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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 "C-" or better in Math 143.
Course Goals
- Develop a thorough understanding of the concepts and techniques of multivariable calculus.
- Further develop the ability to apply your knowledge of calculus to solve unfamiliar problems.
- (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
Chapter 18: Line Integrals
Assessment
| 1. | Group Work | 10% |
| 2. | WeBWorK homework | 10% |
| 3. | Group Quizzes (best 6 of 7 count) | 10% |
| 4. | "Gateway" exam | 10% |
| 5. | Tests | 36% |
| 6. | Final Examination | 24% |
Each group work must be completed. It must be handed in (to be graded) by the next class period. This will sometimes, perhaps even usually, mean continuing to work on it after class. Maple is widely available across campus. The worksheets will be available online. You should maintain copies of the Maple worksheets on your own storage, for example, on a flash drive. You may find it advantageous to purchase your own copy of Maple - instructions on obtaining a copy of Maple at reduced cost will be given in class.
Test Schedule
Test 1: Wednesday, September 19WARNING: Do NOT make travel arrangements for Thanksgiving and the end of the semester (or any other time) that conflict with these test and exam dates. Alert your family to your test and exam schedule!
Test 2: Wednesday, October 17
Test 3: Tuesday, November 20 (Note this is the week of Thanksgiving)
Final: Monday, December 17 (Note this is the second last day of final exams)
Gateway Exam Schedule
First attempt (in class): Wednesday, October 24
Second attempt (outside class): Thursday, November 1
Third attempt (outside class): Thursday, November 8
Final attempt (outside class): Thursday, November 15
Quiz Schedule
Quiz 1: Tuesday, September 4
Quiz 2: Tuesday, September 11
Quiz 3: Friday, September 28
Quiz 4: Monday, October 8
Quiz 5: Wednesday, October 31
Quiz 6: Monday, November 12
Quiz 7: Friday, December 7