Math 230 Fall 2008
MATH 230  
Fall 2008		 Calculus and Vector Analysis
Course Information
Instructor Dr. Juan Gil
Office: 114 Hawthorn   E-mail: jgil
Office Hours: MTWF 1:00P - 2:00P
Lectures MWF 12:00P - 12:50P in 102D SMITH
T 9:25A - 10:40A in 144 HAWTHORN
Text James Stewart: Multivariable Calculus, Early Transcendentals, 6th Edition
Useful Links Topic related: The Learning Resources Center
Description In this course we will cover Chapters 12 through 16 from the textbook.
Goal: To understand and develop computational skills in three-dimensional analytic geometry, vectors and vector functions, partial differentiation, parametrizations, double and triple integrals, and integral vector calculus. In this class, you will be actively engaged in the learning process, learn critical thinking skills, and develop problem-solving strategies.
Problems: There is a list of suggested problems from the textbook that are especially relevant for the material covered in class. You are expected to do and understand all of them.
Prerequisite: Math 141
Evaluation   The final grade will be computed as follows: 

Quizzes    100 Will be announced in class
Exam 1  100 Tuesday, September 30
Exam 2  100 Tuesday, November 4
Final Exam    150   Tuesday, December 16, 8:00-9:50A  

The maximum total score of 450 = 100% will translate as follows:

90% = A,  80% = B,  70% = C,  60% = D,  less than 60% = F
(These percentages are approximate and subject to change).

The assignment of + and - will be decided at the end of the semester according to the overall class performance.

No Calculators will be allowed on the exams.
Make-up exams will be given only to students with an official excuse and by prior arrangement with me. Otherwise, missing exams will get a score of 0.

General
Information 		Class attendance is HIGHLY recommended. The material is a combination of theory and calculations, and it is necessary to understand some theory in order to do sensible calculations and interpret them correctly. Questions are welcome at ANYTIME.
Help: If you have difficulties, don't wait until the last minute to get help. Make use of my office hours, my email, the Learning Resources Center, and your own classmates.
Cancellations will be announced through ANGEL.

Students with a documented disability are advised to notify both your instructor and the Disability Services Office (located in the Health & Wellness Center) to request specific classroom accomodations based on your disability.

Academic
Integrity 		All Penn State policies regarding ethics and honorable behavior apply to this course. Any form of cheating on an exam or quiz will result in a 0 for the grade on that test. Serious forms of cheating will be referred to the appropriate University offices and can lead to suspension or expulsion from the University.