MA202, Lia Vas    --     SYLLABUS

1. Prerequisites: MA201. 

2.  Since the course is mostly based on material covered in class handouts and classwork, it is absolutely IMPERATIVE that students attend  ALL classes.  Students are responsible for all material covered in class, even if attendance is not checked or assignments collected.

3.  There will be two semester exams and a cumulative final exam. No makeup exam will be given unless the excuse for missing the scheduled exam is acceptable to the instructor. Any makeup exam must be taken before the next regularly scheduled exam. 

4.  Assignments: There will be 3 assignments during the semester.  Projects: There will be 2 MATLAB projects. No assignment, project or exam grade will be dropped. There will be no makeup assignments. Assignments turned in after their due date will receive an automatic reduction in grade.

5. Academic integrity: Academic integrity is at the center of the educational experience at USciences. Students are therefore expected to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity and not engage in nor tolerate academic dishonesty. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limit to, fabrication, cheating or plagiarism. Any violation of academic integrity will be investigated and, where warranted, the student will receive appropriate sanctions through the University's Student Conduct Process. Please familiarize yourself with the current USciences Student Handbook. In particular, adherence to the Student Conduct Policy and Academic Integrity Policy will help to ensure that your learning and living experiences are founded on integrity.

6. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Statement: USciences supports the educational endeavors of all students, including students with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Such disabilities include any psychoemotional, behavioral, cognitive, medical, or physical limitation that substantially limits learning or major life activities. If you have a diagnosed limitation or believe that you have a condition that may impair your ability to fulfill your course or degree requirements, and you would like more information on applying for an accommodation under ADA, please contact the Office of Academic Accommodations at 215-596-7480.

7. Course Objectives: to obtain a well rounded introduction to the area of multivariable function calculus and number and power series; to competently use the appropriate technology to model data, implement mathematical algorithms and solve mathematical problems.

Learning outcomes: to acquire knowledge of mathematical concepts and specific mathematical techniques; to demonstrate knowledge of problem formulation, problem solving and modeling techniques required for successful application of mathematics.