MATH A280: Calculus 3
| Item | Value |
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| Curriculum Committee Approval Date | 02/23/2022 |
| Top Code | 170100 - Mathematics, General |
| Units | 5 Total Units |
| Hours | 90 Total Hours (Lecture Hours 90) |
| Total Outside of Class Hours | 0 |
| Course Credit Status | Credit: Degree Applicable (D) |
| Material Fee | No |
| Basic Skills | Not Basic Skills (N) |
| Repeatable | No |
| Grading Policy | Standard Letter (S),
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| Associate Arts Local General Education (GE) |
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| Associate Science Local General Education (GE) |
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| California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) |
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| Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) |
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| California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE-Breadth) |
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Course Description
Multivariable calculus including vectors, vector-valued functions, functions of several variables, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, calculus of vector fields, Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem, and the Divergence Theorem. Enrollment Limitation: MATH A280H; students who complete MATH A280 may not enroll in or receive credit for MATH A280H. PREREQUISITE: MATH A185, MATH A185H or MATH A182H. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.
Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)
- Apply vector algebra to describe lines and planes.
- Graph and analyze space curves and common surfaces.
- Setup and solve multiple integrals, line integrals and surface integrals over various domains.
- State and apply Green's Theorem, Stoke's Theorem and the Divergence Theorem.
- Find partial derivatives and gradients and apply them to applications.
Course Objectives
- 1. Apply vectors and vector algebra.
- 2. Determine equations of lines and planes, including tangent planes.
- 3. Determine vector derivatives.
- 4. Find the limit of a function at a point.
- 5. Determine partial derivatives.
- 6. Determine differentiability.
- 7. Find local extrema and saddlepoints.
- 8. Solve constraint problems using Lagrange multipliers.
- 9. Compute arc length.
- 10. Determine and use multiple integrals.
- 11. Determine and use line integrals.
- 12. Determine and use surface integrals.
- 13. Use Greens Theorem.
- 14. Use the Divergence Theorem.
- 15. Use Stokess Theorem.
- 16. Calculate gradient, divergence and curl.
Lecture Content
It is imperative that instructors cover all topics in the outline. The instructor may determine the order of topics. The department encourages the instructor to incorporate the graphing calculator wherever it is appropriate. Vectors and Vector Algebra Define basic concepts including different coordinate systems for three dimensions Discuss vector operations and their properties in two and three dimensions Compute and apply dot and cross products, triple products and projections of vectors Find equations of lines and planes Vector Functions Apply vector functions and space curves, their derivatives and integrals Determine limits and continuity for vector-valued functions Solve applications of velocity and acceleration Determine arc length and curvature, tangent, normal and binomial vectors Partial Derivatives Define real valued functions of several variables, level curves and surfaces Define limits and continuity and their properties for spacial domains Find partial derivatives, differentiability and higher-order derivatives Apply the chain rule Find tangent planes Find and apply gradients and directional derivatives Determine local and global extrema and saddlepoints Use Lagrange multipliers to find extrema Multiple Integrals Define and apply double and triple integrals Apply multiple integrals to polar, cylindrical and spherical coordinates Apply multiple integration to calculate quantities such as area, volume, center of mass or moments of inertia Apply change of variables Vector Calculus Evaluate line integrals and apply the Fundamental Theorem Prove and apply Greens Theorem Find divergence an d curl of vector fields Calculate surface area Integrate real-valued functions and vector fields over surfaces (inlcuding parametrically defined surfaces) and apply to flux and circulation Prove and apply the Divergence Theorem and solve applications Prove and apply Stokess Theorem and solve applications
Method(s) of Instruction
- Lecture (02)
Instructional Techniques
Lecture, discussion, written homework
Reading Assignments
As assigned from text or instructor handout. 1 hour
Writing Assignments
Writing assignments may include definitions, comparisons, proofs, or others as assigned by instructor. 1 hour
Out-of-class Assignments
As assigned by instructor including preparation of homework assignments and other course documents. 6 hours
Demonstration of Critical Thinking
Comprehensive final
Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration
Written assignments and exams, comprehensive final.
Eligible Disciplines
Mathematics: Masters degree in mathematics or applied mathematics OR bachelors degree in either of the above AND masters degree in statistics, physics, or mathematics education OR the equivalent. Masters degree required.
Textbooks Resources
1. Required Stewart, James. Calculus, Early Transcendentals, 9th ed. Cengage Publishing, 2019
Other Resources
1. Other appropriate textbook as chosen by faculty.