MATH 251 Section 503    
Engineering Mathematics III
Meeting Times/Locations:   MWF     10:20 am-11:10 am, HELD 113

Instructor: Oksana Shatalov
Office: Blocker 629F
E-mail: shatalov AT math.tamu.edu (please include your full name, section number and Math 251 in title)
Phone: (979) 845-3261 (department main office)
Instructor's web page: /~shatalov/  (check regularly for class announcements,  class notes, important information, etc.)
Office Hours: TBA  and by appointment (in Blocker 629F).
Important course information and updates  are kept current on the web: /~shatalov/251Spring13.html (Bookmark it!)
     Course Description:Vector algebra, calculus of functions of several variables,  partial derivatives, directional derivatives,  gradient, multiple integration, line and surface integrals, Stokes'  theorem.

    Required text:  Stewart, Calculus: Early Vectors, Preliminary Edition (You have already purchased  an electronic book (eBook) through course fees. Buying a paper copy is optional.)
  
    Prerequisite: MATH 152 or equivalent

    Calculator Policy: Calculators will NOT be allowed on quizzes or exams, but will be allowed on online homework.
   
    Course Objectives:  We will cover much of chapters 11-14 of the text. Most of this course covers three-dimensional analytic geometry and vectors, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and vector calculus. Students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the material as covered during lectures and demonstrate ability to use these concepts on exams,  quizzes and homework.  At the end of this course, students should be able to visualize surfaces in 3-dimensional space; apply partial differentiation to extremal problems and to variety of engineering applications; apply  techniques of multiple integration to a variety of physical and engineering applications; find potential of conservative vector field and apply various types  of Stokes' theorem.

    Weekly Schedule: The (tentative) weekly schedule is posted on the MATH 251 course homepage at /courses/math251/currentsched.html 

    Grade Ingredients: Three midterm Exams (51%), Final Exam (25%), Online Homework(8%),  Quiz (14%), Daily Grade (2%).

     Letter Grades: A(90-100%), B(80-89%), C(70-79%), D(60-69%), F(0-59%) (I have been known to curve final grades if I feel that it is warranted.)
    Midterm Exams:   Tentative dates for the midterm exams are   Feb 15,  Mar 22, and Apr 26 (10:20am-11:10am, HELD 113). If a change needs to be made to the exam schedule, an announcement will be made in class, and information will be updated on my website.

     Final Exam: A comprehensive final exam will be given in HELD 113, May 7, Tuesday,  8-10 a.m  (according to the schedule posted at http://registrar.tamu.edu//General/FinalSchedule.aspx#_Spring_2013)

Remember to bring your ID with you for all exams!

    Online Homework will be assigned from the WebAssign Homework system. Access to online homework was included in your course fees; once you log into Web Assign, you will automatically be enrolled in my course. The URL for online homework is  https://www.webassign.net/tamu/login.html
Usually WebAssign homework will be due Sunday 11:55pm, otherwise an announcemnt will be made in class.  
    Quizzes  will be given in lecture or out of class and may or may not be announced ahead of time. Quizzes may be given at any time during the class, so make sure you arrive on time and stay the whole time for each class.  Late work will not be accepted.  The lowest two quiz scores will be dropped; this is intended to take care of excused and unexcused absences; there are no make-ups for missed quizzes. If you have an extended excused absence or repeated excused absences so that two drops do not cover the quizzes you miss, you will need to come talk to me and bring me the documentation for these.

   Daily Grade: This course does require that you have a very good working knowledge of the previous Calculus courses. Moreover,  many topics we will do in the second part of the course will depend on subjects from the first part. To help you with this I will ask you to review different topics from the course or from the previous courses and then I may ask you short questions related to these topics. These assignments  will be given during lecture and  must be completed before leaving class. In order to complete these  you will need to have loose-leaf notebook paper and something to write with; always come to class with these materials.  None of the grades on these assignments may be dropped unless you are missing a grade due to a verified University excused absence.

    Suggested homework: You can find practice problems in my webpage. These problems will not be graded. Students will be responsible for working problems. I would suggest you work them all.  (NOTE: If you purchase a student solution manual, it is recommended that you do not open it until AFTER you have attempted the question on your own!)

    Maplets: While not graded, there are some very useful Java Applets written in MAPLE which help illustrate and/or drill the concepts of this course. These are linked on the course homepage. Note that you must be using a machine with Maple installed, such as those in the Calclabs or Open Access Labs. Knowledge of Maple is NOT required to run these applets.
   
    Grade Complaints: Any questions regarding grading/scoring of exams must be made before the exam leaves the room or no change in grade will be made. If you need more time to look at an exam and do not want to lose your right of protest, hand it back to me at the end of class, and arrange to come to office hours.
Because of privacy rights, I cannot discuss grades over email or telephone.

    Attendance is important. Attendance and participation may also count as 3% of the final grade. Attendance and participation will only be used to help a student's grade, and it will be determined by judgment of the instructor. If class attendance and participation are insufficient, the final grade will be averaged without. The percentages for the other elements will be reduced proportionately if class participation is averaged in. Attendance and participation  will be evaluated primarily by a sign-in sheet which will be available at the beginning of class and secondarily by the subjective opinion of the instructor. The sign-in sheet may be collected shortly after class begins, be sure to arrive promptly and sign-in if you want credit. Note, if you sign the roll sheet, you are expected to remain in the classroom for the entire 50 minutes.

    Class Announcements, E-Mail Policy and Communications: Class announcements will be posted on my homepage. It is your responsibility to check them daily. Some important course announcements might be sent to your NEO e-mail account. It is your responsibility to check the NEO account and get familiar with the announcements.  Email is the preferred way to leave private messages for me. I usually respond within 24 hours. When writing to me, please include your full name and course. Use your NEO e-mail account to send me e-mail. Otherwise please indicate your UIN. The phone number above is for the main office for the Math Department in Blocker. You can leave a message for me there. You will probably get a faster response by using email.
    
    Electronic Device Policy: Cell phones, laptops, and other electronic devices must be silent and put away during class. If you are unable to comply with this policy, you will be asked to leave class and will not be allowed to make-up any assignments missed in class that day.

    Class Etiquette: I expect that during class you stay focused on learning the mathematics being taught. You should not be reading a  newspaper or materials from another course, you should refrain from discussion not related to class and you should not leave class early unless you have cleared it with me first. If I feel you are being disruptive or disrespectful during class, you may be asked to leave.
 
     Make-ups and Excused Absences: Make-ups are only given if written evidence of an official University excused absence is provided in a timely manner. (See University Student Rules., http://student-rules.tamu.edu/). Let me know what is going on in writing, in advance, if possible. If there is an accident or an emergency that precludes advance notice, call me immediately and get me documentation of the emergency in writing as soon as you can. If I don't hear from you within 2 working days of the absence, I will not allow a make-up. It is your responsibility to schedule a make-up! The "explanatory statement for absence from class" form is not sufficient written documentation for an excused absence. If you are ill or injured, you need to provide me with a note from a health care professional excusing you from work or school. You may go to your own doctor or to the Student Health Center in Beutel and obtain such a note. The note should provide me with all information I need to confirm that your absence is excused, i.e., phone numbers and email addresses. The lowest two quiz scores will be  dropped at the end of the semester. That is why there are generally no make-ups for quizzes; only for exams.

    Scholastic Dishonesty: "An Aggie does not lie, cheat, steal, or tolerate those who do." Visit http://www.tamu.edu/aggiehonor and follow the rules of the Aggie Honor Code. There will be many opportunities  for you to work together in an appropriate manner. However, each student is responsible for turning in their own unique work. During exams and quiz, you are not allowed to receive any kind of assistance from anyone.

    SOURCES OF HELP
    Students With Disabilities: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact Services for Students with Disabilities (Cain Hall, Room B118, or call 845-1637).

    Copyright Policy: All printed materials disseminated in class or on the web are protected by Copyright laws. One copy (or download from the web) is allowed for personal use. Multiple copies or sale of any of these materials is strictly prohibited.

Note: This syllabus is subject to change at the instructor's discretion. The instructor reserves the right to make any changes he considers academically advisable. It is your responsibility to attend classes and keep track of the proceedings.
GOOD LUCK IN YOUR STUDIES!