Instructor
Ernest Boyd, Wissink 273, 389-1452
Office Hours:
Textbook
Calculus by Salas, Hille and Etgen, 9th ed.
Course Content
Multi-variable calculus. Topics include functions of two and three variables, partial derivatives, multiple integrals and integration in vector fields. In the text we will study chapters 13 - 17. Familiarity with the computer algebra system Mathematica will also be developed. No previous experience with Mathematica is assumed.
Schedule
9:00 - 9:50 am, MTRF, Wissink Academic Computer Center Room 116.
No classes on Sep. 4, Oct. 27, and Nov. 23-24.
Tests
Tuesday, Sep. 26, Tuesday, Oct. 24, and Tuesday, Nov. 21.
Final exam
Monday, Dec. 11, 8:00 - 10:00 am
Grading Policy
Each test will be graded on its own scale normalized to 100%. The final will also be graded on a scale normalized to 100%. All of the homework collected will be totaled and graded as one test. At the end of the semester the five grades will be averaged and compared to the average of the scales. Grading will reflect the mathematical correctness of the answer and the quality of the presentation in terms of completeness and organization. Late assignments will be penalized. Assignments over one week late will receive no credit. Active participation in the class discussions will also be factored into the evaluations. Make-up tests will be given only in special cases, when an excused absence has been prearranged. Incompletes will follow the university's policy as expressed in the student bulletins and the faculty handbook. No incomplete will be given to repeat the entire course.
MSU provides students with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in educational programs, activities or services. Students with disabilities requiring accommodation to participate in class activities or meet course requirements should first register with the Office of Disability Services, located in 0132 Memorial Library, telephone 389-2825, TDD 711 and then contact me as soon as possible.