MATH261-10S1 (C)
Multivariate Calculus
This is a first semester course worth 11 points.
Message of the Day
Posted by Michael Plank on June 21 2010, 1:58 pm
Exam information
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Calculators are allowed in the exam.
One A4 sheet of handwritten (not photocopied) notes are allowed.
You must answer all questions.
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Calculators are allowed in the exam.
One A4 sheet of handwritten (not photocopied) notes are allowed.
You must answer all questions.
Course Information
This course extends the ideas of differentiation and integration to functions of several variables. As well as being essential for the study of mathematics in its own right, the material covered will be useful to students in physics, chemistry and engineering.
Topics
Multivariate differentiation, extreme values, optimisation for functions of two variables, Taylor's theorem for two variables. Line integrals, conservative fields, potential functions, curl. Surface integrals, double and triple integrals. Vector calculus.
Class Representative
Recommended reading
Anton, Calculus, 8th edition, Wiley.
Enquiries
Dr Michael Plank
Room 614 Erskine Building
Phone Extension 4867
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