Syllabus for Math 2263 --- Spring 2000

Description:

One semester course on multivariable differential and integral calculus. Topics include partial derivatives, multiple integration and line and surface integrals.

Text:

Multivariable Calculus (3rd edition), by James Stewart Chapters 12, 13 and 14.

Grades:

In Class 1/6
Quizzes 1/6
Midterm Exams (1/6 each) 1/3
Final Exam 1/3

In-Class Problem Solving:

The best way to learn mathematics is by solving problems yourself. Part of each class will be devoted to solving problems in small groups and presenting the solutions at the board. You are expected to participate in these problem sessions and to occasionally present a problem at the board. Points will be deducted from your in-class grade for repeated unexcused absences or clear lack of participation.

Homework:

Homework will not be collected. Instead there will be weekly quizzes taken directly from the assigned problems. If you do all the problems, you will have done the quiz problems. Problems on the exams are not taken directly from the homework but are similar. One quiz score will be dropped to allow for an absence or just a "bad day."

Exam Dates:

 Midterm I Thursday, February 17
 Midterm II Thursday, March 23
 Final Tuesday, May 9, 6:10-9:10

All exams are open book/notes and calculators are allowed.

Approximate Schedule:

 Week Sections
1/18-1/20 12.1-12.3
1/25-1/27 12.3, 12.4
2/1-2/3 12.5, 12.6
2/8-2/10 12.7, 12.8
2/15-2/17 Review, Midterm I
2/22-2/24 13.1, 13.2
2/29-3/2 13.3, 13.4
3/7-3/9 13.5, 13.7
3/14-3/16 13.8, 13.9
3/21-3/23 Review, Midterm II
3/28-3/30 Spring Break
4/4-4/6 14.1, 14.2
4/11-4/13 14.3, 14.4
4/18-4/20 14.6, 14.7
4/25-4/27 14.5, 14.8
5/2-5/4 14.9, Review