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Course Description
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Course Name
Multivariable Calculus
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Host University
Maynooth University
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Location
Dublin, Ireland
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Area of Study
Calculus
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
MT231P, MT241P, and MT243P or (MT102S and MT112A) or equivalent modules.
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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ECTS Credits
5 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits2
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units3
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Module Objective:
To introduce the student to rigorous multivariate calculus and its uses.Functions from R^n to R. Examples. Quadrics. Visualisation. Limits and continuity. Partial Derivatives. Gradients, directional derivatives, mean-value theorem, chain rules, Tangent lines and planes, level surfaces, max-min, Hessian, 2nd Derivative Test. Double and triple integrals.
Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of the module, students should be able to:
-Draw level curves for functions of two variables.
-Describe the standard quadric surfaces.
-Find the partial derivatives and gradient vector of a function.
-Obtain tangents and normals to surfaces.
-Solve max-min problems in several variables.
-Obtain solutions to double and triple integrals. Use double, triple and surface integrals in applications.
-Use double and triple integrals in applications
-Use the methods from the course to solve problems. State definitions and theorems covered in the course.Teaching & Learning Methods
24 lecture hours, 5 tutorial hours, 51 private study hours.Assessment:
Continuous Assessment: 30%
University scheduled written examination: 70%Pre-requisites:
24 lecture hours, 5 tutorial hours, 51 private study hours.
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
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