This is a variation on 18.02 Multivariable Calculus. It covers the same topics as in 18.02, but with more focus on mathematical concepts.
Multivariable Calculus is an expansion of Single-Variable Calculus in that it extends single variable calculus to higher dimensions. This course begins with a fresh look at limits and continuity, moves to derivatives and the process of generalizing them to higher dimensions, and finally examines multiple integrals (integration over regions of space as opposed to intervals). Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Define and identify vectors; Define and compute dot and cross-products; Solve problems involving the geometry of lines, curves, planes, and surfaces in space; Define and compute velocity and acceleration in space; Define and solve Kepler's Second Law; Define and compute partial derivatives; Define and determine tangent planes and level curves; Define and compute least squares; Define and determine boundaries and infinity; Define and determine differentials and the directional derivative; Define and compute the gradient and the directional derivative; Define, determine, and apply Lagrange multipliers to solve problems; Define and compute partial differential equations; Define and evaluate double integrals; Use rectangular coordinates to solve problems in multivariable calculus; Use polar coordinates to solve problems in multivariable calculus; Use change of variables to evaluate integrals; Define and use vector fields and line integrals to solve problems in multivariable calculus; Define and verify conservative fields and path independence; Define and determine gradient fields and potential functions; Use Green's Theorem to evaluate and solve problems in multivariable calculus; Define flux; Define and evaluate triple integrals; Define and use rectangular coordinates in space; Define and use cylindrical coordinates; Define and use spherical coordinates; Define and correctly manipulate vector fields in space; Evaluate surface integrals and relate them to flux; Use the Divergence Theorem (Gauss' Theorem) to solve problems in multivariable calculus; Define and evaluate line integrals in space; Apply Stokes' Theorem to solve problems in multivariable calculus; Properly apply Maxwell's Equations to solve problems. (Mathematics 103)
This course is a continuation of 18.014. It covers the same material as 18.02 (Multivariable Calculus), but at a deeper level, emphasizing careful reasoning and understanding of proofs. There is considerable emphasis on linear algebra and vector integral calculus.
A brief exposition of Stokes' Theorem.
This is a text on elementary multivariable calculus, designed for students who have completed courses in single-variable calculus. The traditional topics are covered: basic vector algebra; lines, planes and surfaces; vector-valued functions; functions of 2 or 3 variables; partial derivatives; optimization; multiple integrals; line and surface integrals.
This is a two-semester course in n-dimensional calculus with a review of the necessary linear algebra. It covers the derivative, the integral, and a variety of applications. An emphasis is made on the coordinate free, vector analysis.
