Math 2910 outline Fall 2024
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INSTRUCTOR
Instructor(s) Dr. Amr Abdelhamid
E-mail [email protected]
Office Location B208
Office Hours 9:00 am till 11:00 am Sunday
TEACHING ASSISTANT
Instructor(s) Aya Khaled
E-mail [email protected]
Office Location TBD
Office Hours TBD
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course continues from Math 1920 and is an introduction to multivariable differentiation and integration and
vector calculus. Topics include parametric representation of curves; polar coordinates; vectors; dot and cross
products; curves and surfaces in space; calculus of vector-valued functions; functions of several variables; partial
differentiation; directional derivatives; tangent planes; local and constrained maxima and minima; double and triple
integrals; changes of variables in multiple integrals; vector fields; line and surface integrals; gradient, divergence and
curl; Green's, Stokes' and Divergence Theorems.
RECOMMENDED TEXTBOOKS
- Stewart Calculus 7th edition
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
LO #1 familiarity with the dot product and vector products algebraically and geometrically.
LO #2 Awareness of multiple conventions for differentiating functions in several variables.
LO #3 Ability to optimize real valued functions in several variables
LO #4 Ability to integrate functions of several variables
LO #5 Ability to use the change of variables formulas for multiple
integrals for common choices of change of variables such as polar,
cylindrical, spherical, linear changes of variables.
LO #6 An understanding of the statement of Green’s, Stoke’s, Divergence theorem, their connection
to physics, and an ability to use them computationally.
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CLASS SCHEDULE AND GRADING SCHEME
Wee Lecture
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1 Three dimensional coordinate system, vectors, dot products, vector product.
Equations of lines and planes
2 Functions of several variables, partial derivatives, directional derivatives
3 Jacobian, Chain rule in higher dimensions, Linear Approximations
4 Solving for critical points of functions of several variables. Second derivative
test for functions in two variables, Lagrange multipliers
5 Polar coordinates, spherical coordinates, Cylindrical coordinates
6 Double/tripple integrals over rectangular regions, Fubini’s theorem
7 Double integrals over general regions, finding /expressing volumes of
cylinders, hemispheres, pyramids, cones,…etc.
9 Change of variables formula in double and triple integrals.
10 Line integrals, Vector fields, Conservative Vector fields, Surface integrals
11 Line integrals, Vector fields, Conservative Vector fields, Surface integrals
12 Green’s theorem, Stoke’s theorem, and divergence theorem
13 Green’s theorem, Stoke’s theorem, and divergence theorem
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GRADING SCHEME
Assessments Grade Date
Midterm 1 30% Last lecture of Week 5
Midterm 2 30% Last lecture of Week 10
Final 30% Finals Week
5 Assignments (2 points each) 10% Throughout the semester
HOMEWORK/ASSIGNMENTS
You are expected to complete all weekly reading in preparation of class. Occasionally I may also hand out articles
or cases not in the text that are required for you to read and prepare for class discussion. In addition, you will have
individual/group assignments and term-based reports and assignments throughout the term. ALL REQUIRED
COURSE WORK MUST BE SUBMITTED TO PASS THE COURSE.
• All reports required during this course shall be original and following academic integrity policy. The reports will
be submitted on Turnitin tool, Turnitin check for similarities among other reports and the internet. If similarity
beyond reasonable amount is detected penalties extending to filing an academic dishonesty case may be applied
• All students are expected to submit their work on time, late submissions without prior approved excuse will not be
accepted.
• Students are required to use report templates if posted by the instructor.
EXAMS
As per the below assessment dates table, generally, unless otherwise stated by the instructor, midterm exam/s (if
applicable) will be held during the regularly scheduled lecture time.
ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY
Students in this course are required to attend all classes and be on time for all classes. There are no excuses for missing
class. All absences are counted as time missed. This applies to all lectures, practical tutorials and/or labs. This also applies
to mandatory office hours for probation & Gateway students. Students miss out on opportunities to acquire academic skills
such as critical thinking, problem-solving, oral communication, teamwork, and decision-making when they fail to attend
class. Being late for class disrupts the flow of the lecture and is disrespectful to the instructors and fellow
students. Accordingly, students should note the following:
1. The instructors are not required to give substitute assignments or make up examinations for students who are absent.
2. It is the student’s responsibility to make up the class content missed in consultation with his/her instructor(s). This does
not mean that the instructor will provide a substitute class for the student.
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3. Grades can be affected by missing a class as the instructor may include class participation marks and/or in-class
assignments, or pop-up quizzes as part of the assessment plan for the course.
4. If a student is absent for 25% or more of the class time, tutorials, labs, and/or mandatory office hours, the instructor
may:
a. Advise the student to drop the course if the absences occur before the drop date for course.
b. Give the student a grade of F for the course
c. Give the student an Incomplete grade for the course if the absences are caused by an approved documented illness or
emergency. Students would then be given the opportunity to complete the course work as per the academic regulation.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
All students are expected to conduct themselves in all aspects of this course with the highest level of academic integrity.
Accordingly, academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Regulation 20 of the University Calendar defines academic dishonesty.
Where there is reasonable evidence to support an allegation of academic dishonesty, Regulation 20 will be strictly enforced. All
students are strongly advised to become familiar with this Regulation and UPEI Cairo Academic Integrity policy which can be
found at: UPEI Cairo academic integrity policy.pdf
USE OF AI
The use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-assisted technologies is permitted only upon receiving a written
approval form the instructor. Students should disclose in their assignments the use of AI and AI-assisted technologies in
the writing process. Failure to do so will be considered as violation of the academic integrity policy.
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