MATH 2215 CALCULUS III

Instructor Andrey Shilnikov, Dr.
Office   724 COE building
Phone   (404) 413.64.23
e-mail    ashilnikov at gsu.edu
web     http://www2.gsu.edu/~matals/
ClassRoom  GCB 425
Days & Time TT 1:00 - 2:30pm
Office hours TT 11:00am-12:00pm and by appointment
Computer #  80888
Prerequisite Grade of C or higher in Math 2212
Description: Real-valued functions of several variables, limits, continuity, differentials, directional derivatives, partial derivatives, chain rule, multiple integrals, applications.
Textbook: Calculus, One and Several Variables (10th Edition) by Salas, Hille & Etgen

Tests and Grading Grades will be determined on the basis of 3 (20% each) tests and a cumulative final (40%). The final  grade will be awarded as  follows:  A : 90-00 B+ : 87-89 B : 80-86 C+ : 76-79 C : 70 – 76 D : 60-69 F : Below 60. I will then go over each person's work individually and  modify  the grades slightly, taking into account factors that are hard  to quantify such as improvement, an outstanding final exam, etc.  

Exam dates
Three tests are scheduled on Sep 17, Oct 22 and Dec 1, 2009
Final: Dec 8, 2009 @ 12:30pm
Please check the test dates in your other courses and let me know as soon as possible if there are conflicts.  The usual solution in such cases is to give the exam early or  late on the scheduled day.  

Makeup policy No make-up exams will be given unless in some extreme situations. Absence from the final exam will result in a grade of F for the course unless arrangements are made PRIOR (at least one week before the final exam) to its administration.

Academic assistance at GSU
1. Attend academic assistance session, MW 12:00-1:15pm, GCB 401
2. Visit the Math Assistance Complex (MAC), Kell Hall 122 (phone: 404-413-6462).
3. Visit the Counseling Center for Learning assistance, Test anxiety classes, and Student support services (phone: 404-413-1641)
4. African American Student Services (phone: 404-413-1530)
5. A private tutor list is available at Math Assistance Complex and Math Department

CALCULATOR Policy. You are recommended to have a scientific calculator or a graphing calculator. If you are not strong in mathematics, I strongly recommend you obtain a graphing calculator. You are not allowed to share calculator with any other party in your class during any in class quiz or exam, unless permitted by your instructor.

ACADEMIC HONESTY: Cheating/plagiarism will not be tolerated on any work. A first occurrence will result in a grade of 0 on the assignment for all concerned parties as well as an Academic Dishonesty form being filed with the Dean of Students. A second occurrence will result in a grade of F for the course for the concerned parties and a second Academic Dishonesty form being filed. During in-class quizzes, tests, and the final exam you will be instructed to do your own work, talk to nobody, and not share calculators. Violations of these instructions constitute dishonesty and will be handled in accordance with University policy. The instructor has the option of withholding or denying credit for answers not
adequately supported by you.

Inclement Weather Policy: If the University is closed due to inclement weather, any exam that may have been scheduled for that date will be administered on the next available class date. If an assignment is due that day it will be due the next class.

Attendance Policy: Attending class is of utmost importance and is your responsibility and yours alone (Attendance will be taken daily). During class I can clarify important or complex points for you, observe you working problems, and answer your questions. Much, and perhaps most, of what you learn during the course will occur outside of class; approximately two hours preparation for each hour in class over is the norm.
Conduct Policy: Turn off all pagers and cell phones before entering the classroom – having these items “go off” in class is considered disruptive behavior and can result in your being administratively dropped from the course. In fact, any type of inappropriate conduct may result in your being administratively dropped from the course. See the University’s Policy on Disruptive Behavior in the General Catalog, p. 19 (www.gsu.edu/images/Downloadables/UG_05_06.pdf) or On Campus, the official student handbook (www2.gsu.edu/~wwwdos/codeofconduct_adminpol_a.html).
Withdrawal Policy: You cannot withdraw from the course simply by ceasing to attend class; you must
formally withdraw. If you intend to withdraw, do so before midpoint (Wednesday, Oct 14, 2009) to be able
to avoid a grade of “F” or “WF.” If you do not attend class during the first two weeks you will
be administratively dropped.
ASSIGNMENTS. We will basically follow the attached schedule. Note deviations might be necessary.
I will assume that you have read the corresponding lesson prior to arriving in class and do the homework
assignments posted on the ULEARN after attending class.