Math 251 – Engineering Mathematics III (Spring 2016)
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Instructor: Liang Chang
Office: Blocker 510A
Email: liangchang@math.tamu.edu
Web Page: http://www.math.tamu.edu/~liangchang/
Class Hours: TR 2:20 pm - 3:35 pm HELD 113
Office hours: MW 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Blocker 510A or by appointment
Course Description
Vector algebra, calculus of functions of several variables, partial derivatives, directional
derivatives, gradient, multiple integration, line and surface integrals, Green’s and Stokes’
theorems.
Required Text: Calculus, with Early Vectors, Preliminary Edition, by James Stewart
You paid for an electronic version of Stewart’s book (eBook) through the online system
WebAssign when you paid your course fees. Information on how to access your eBook can be
found at http://www.math.tamu.edu/courses/eHomework. You may purchase a physical copy
of the textbook or a loose-leaf copy of the text if you prefer, but this is not required.
Course Website: http://www.math.tamu.edu/courses/math251
Here you can find a description of the course, approximate weekly schedule, past exams, help
session schedules and other information.
Class announcements and lecture notes will be posted in the following page.
http://www.math.tamu.edu/~liangchang/251Spring2016/251.html
Prerequisites: MATH 152 or equivalent
Course Learning Outcomes
This course covers 3-dimensional analytic geometry and vectors, partial derivatives, multiple
integrals, and vector calculus. At the end of this course, students should be able to visualize
surfaces in 3-dimensional space; apply partial differentiation to extremal problems and to
variety of engineering applications; apply techniques of multiple integration to a variety of
physical and engineering applications; find potential of conservative vector field and apply
various types of Stokes' theorem.
Weekly Schedule
The (tentative) weekly schedule is posted on the MATH 251 course homepage at
http://www.math.tamu.edu/courses/math251/currentsched.html
Online Homework
Online homework is required in this class and will be completed in WebAssign.
http://www.math.tamu.edu/courses/eHomework
Quiz
Quizzes will be given regularly (almost every week) during Tuesday class, which will cover
the material from previous lectures and will be announced in advance.
Exams
There will be three midterm exams and a comprehensive final.
Exam 1
Thursday February 18 (tentative)
2:20 pm - 3:35 pm
Exam 2
Thursday March 24 (tentative)
2:20 pm - 3:35 pm
Exam 3
Thursday April 28 (tentative)
2:20 pm - 3:35 pm
Final Exam
Tuesday May 10
1:00 pm– 3:00 pm
Grading
Exam 1
Exam 2
Exam 3
Final Exam
Quiz
Online Homework
20%
20%
20%
20%
10%
10%
HELD 113
HELD 113
HELD 113
HELD 113
A=90-100%
B=80-89%
C=70-79%
D=60-69%
F=0-59%
Make-up Policy
No make-ups will be given without written evidence of an official University excused
absence. See http://student-rules.tamu.edu/rule7.htm. Whenever possible, students should
inform the instructor before an exam or assignment is missed. In cases where advance
notification is not feasible, students are required to notify the instructor by the end of the
second working day after missing an exam or assignment. Note: the “Texas A&M University
Explanatory Statement for Absence from Class” form is not considered appropriate
documentation for an excused absence.
Calculators
Calculators and computers will NOT be allowed on quizzes or exams, but will be allowed on
online homework.
Electronic Device Policy
Cell phones, laptops, and other electronic devices must be silent and put away during class. If
you are unable to comply with this policy, you will be asked to leave class and will not be
allowed to make-up any assignments missed in class that day.
Academic integrity
The Aggie Code of Honor states: “Aggie does not lie, cheat, or steal or tolerate those who do”.
See http://www.tamu.edu/aggiehonor for university policy concerning academic dishonesty
and the rules and procedures of the Honor Council.
Help Sessions and Week-in-Review
The Mathematics Department offers help sessions for Math 251 students. See
http://www.math.tamu.edu/courses/helpsessions.html for more information
The week in review is also offered by the department, the schedule can be found at
http://www.math.tamu.edu/courses/weekinreview.html
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) notice:
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that
provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other
things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning
environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe
you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact Disability Services,
currently located in the Disability Services building at the Student Services at White Creek
complex on west campus or call 979-845-1637. For additional information, visit
http://disability.tamu.edu.
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Copyright Laws. One copy or download from the web is allowed for personal use. Multiple
copies may not be made without written permission by the instructor.
Note: This syllabus is subject to change at the instructor's discretion. The instructor reserves
the right to make any changes he considers academically advisable. It is your responsibility to
attend classes and keep track of the proceedings.