Math 53 - Multivariable Calculus -- [4 units]
Course Format:
Three hours of lecture and three hours of discussion per week.
Prerequisites: 1A-1B or equivalent
Description: Parametric equations and polar coordinates. Vectors in 2- and 3-dimensional Euclidean spaces. Partial derivatives. Multiple integrals. Vector calculus. Theorems of Green, Gauss, and Stokes. (F,SP)
Textbook: Stewart, Multiple Variable Calculus. A specially priced UC Berkeley paperback edition is available.
| Outline of the Course: | |
| Chapter 10: Parametric Equations and Polar Coordinates (skip 10.5 and 10.6) | 4 hours |
| Chapter 12: Vectors and the Geometry of Space | 4 hours |
| Chapter 13: Vector Functions | 1 hours |
| Chapter 14: Partial Derivatives | 8 hours |
| Chapter 15: Multiple Integrals | 9 hours |
| Chapter 16: Vector Calculus | 11 hours |
| Examples of Partial Differential Equations | 1 hours |
| Total | 38 hours |
| Midterms & Holidays | 4 hours |
| Reviews are appropriate during the RRR week; be sure to reserve the room. The total number of class hours may vary during the Fall and Spring semesters |
42 hours |
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