Lecturer: Dr. Peter Wolfe
Lecture: MWF 9:00 a.m.-9:50 a.m. in ARM 0135.
Discussion sections: meet on Tuesday and Thursday in the Mathematics Building.
| Section | Time | Room | Assistant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0111 | 8 a.m. | 0201 | Mr. Samvit Prakash (samvit@math.umd.edu) |
| 0121 | 9 a. m. | 0201 | Mr. Samvit Prakash (samvit@math.umd.edu) |
| 0122 | 9 a. m. | 0104 | Mr. Cristian Tomasetti (cristian@math.umd.edu) |
| 0131 | 10 a. m. | 0201 | Mr. Enrico Au-Yeung (hopeiswonderful@yahoo.com) |
| 0132 | 10 a. m. | 0104 | Mr. Yiqun Min (yqmin@math.umd.edu) |
| 0141 | 11 a. m. | 0201 | Mr. Enrico Au-Yeung (hopeiswonderful@yahoo.com) |
| 0142 | 11 a. m. | 0104 | Mr. Yiqun Min (yqmin@math.umd.edu) |
Goals of the Course: The goal of MATH 241 is to learn multivariable calculus. The culmination of the course is chapter 15 which deals with the integral theorems which are essential for the derivation of the fundamental equations of classical physics (the heat equation, Maxwell's equations, the equations of elasticity and fluid dynamics). We therefore will try to move fairly quickly through chapters 11, 12 and 13 in order to spend more time on the more difficult chapters 14 (multiple integration) and 15.
Texts:
Ellis & Gulick, CALCULUS, 6th ed., Thomson
2003, ISBN 0-759-32285-6
; (Required)
Cooper, A MATLAB
Companion for Multivariable Calculus ,
Harcourt/ Academic Press 2001, ISBN 0-12-187625-X;
(Recommended)
Exams: There will be four hour exams; on February 16, March 9, April 13 and May 7 and a Final Exam on May 12. In addition there will be worksheets in the discussion sections. Make-ups for hour exams will be given only upon presentation of an acceptable excuse.
Computer Work: We will be using the software system MATLAB . There will be five MATLAB assignments to be handed in for credit and a preliminary "assignment zero" to be handed in to be checked but not graded. It is permissible to work in teams on these. (No more than four to a team please.)
Introduction to MATLAB: Here is a short introduction to
MATLAB that can be downloaded in either pdf or postscript format
Click here for
postscript . Click here for pdf
Homework: Homework is assigned according to the syllabus to be discussed at the next discussion session. (It is up to the individual assistant whether or not it will be collected.) Students are responsible for all homework problems. There also will be several MATLAB assignments to be handed in.
Worksheets: Roughly once a week, in discussion, you will be asked to break up into groups of three or four. These groups will spend most of the period working together on worksheets. These will be handed in and graded.
Grading: The worksheets will count as half an hour exam. The final will count as two hour exams. The MATLAB assignments will count as half an hour exam. Therefore the final grade will be based on 700 points. Grading is on the scale 90-100 = A, 80-89=B, 70-79 = C, 60-69 = D, < 60 = F. However, grades may be adjusted upwards on the basis of (a) improvement over the semester, or (b) an exceptionally good final examination.
Room assignments for the Final Exam:
Alternate Final: Those taking MATH 246 or who have a valid excuse for not taking the Final at the regular time will take the Alternate Final on Sunday, May 13, 1:30-3:30 in ARM0126 and ARM0135.. If you plan to take the alternate final, you must contact Dr. Wolfe by May 9.
Final Exam Review: Dr. Frances Gulick will hold a review session for the Final Exam on Friday, May 11 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Room 2102 of Shoemaker Hall.
Tutoring: The Department of Mathemaics offers a free walk-in tutoring service. Here is the Tutoring Schedule
MATLAB assignments
Academic Integrity: The University of Maryland, College Park has a nationally recognized Code of Academic Integrity, administered by the Student Honor Council.This Code sets standards for academic integrity at Maryland for all undergraduate and graduate students. As a student you are responsible for upholding these standards for this course. It is very important for you to be aware of the consequences of cheating, fabrication,facilitation, and plagiarism. For more information on the Code of Academic Integrity or the Student Honor Council, please go to Honor Code Info.
Course Evaluation is now online ! To fill out an evaluation form for this course click here. We urge you to do this. Responses are due by May 11.