Class Objectives

This course is intended for students that have completed the AP Calculus BC curriculum or equivalent, and are therefore ready for a sophomore-level college math class. This course does not replace any college class, but rather serves as a survey and preparation for a broad range of college courses, touching on some applications that will motivate the student through his or her first few years of college math coursework and introductory science and engineering classes. The topics in the curriculum of this class have been chosen based upon the fact that they support ideas that are found in many areas of applications. The ideas presented here include linear algebra, multivariable calculus, vector calculus, and some work in differential equations. The curriculum might change a little each year , in order to keep the class interesting for everybody.

I am hopeful that you will enjoy our journey this year, and that you will remember the following: Your math class is a class in which you are learning how to think. As a part of the process of practicing thinking, you will practice communicating. Communication of ideas is an important part of thinking. I will require you to practice communicating the ideas of calculus in several different ways throughout the year, including written and oral presentations.

Resources

The main concepts covered in class are aligned with our textbook: Multivariable Calculus, Stewart - 7th Edition. You will have the choice of signing out a physical copy of the textbook or use the online textbook. We will be using the Class Calendar (MME) to share notes and stay organized.  Any online assignments I will be collected using Google Classroom.