Fall 2020. MATH3351. Section 001.
Higher Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists II
Instructor:
Luan Thach Hoang
Office: MA 208. Phone: (806) 834-3060.
Fax: (806) 742-1112
Email address: luan.hoang@ttu.edu
Homepage: http://www.math.ttu.edu/~lhoang/
All time reference is Lubbock (Central) time.
Classroom and Time: This is an online course. There are NO official classroom and meetings. Students are responsible for learning the material, only contact the instructor during virtual office hours or by email.
Office hours: TR 9:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m., 11:00 a.m. - 12:50 p.m., and W 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., online. Information will be sent to students.
Course website:
http://www.math.ttu.edu/~lhoang/2020Fall-M3351/
Updates about the course and other related announcements will be posted on
this webpage.
Prerequisite: MATH 3350 or MATH 3354.
Text: Advanced Engineering Mathematics, by Dennis G. Zill and Warren S. Wright, 6th Revised Edition with online access, published by Jones & Bartlett (2018)
Course Description: This course covers topics in linear algebra, systems of ordinary differential equations, Fourier series and solution of boundary value problems for partial differential equations. Topics to be covered include: Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory; Systems of linear first-order differential equations; Orthogonal Functions and Fourier Series; Boundary-Value Problems in Rectangular Coordinates; Boundary-Value Problems in Other Coordinate Systems.
Course Outline:
Chapter 8 – (8.1-8.5, 8.8) Matrices
Chapter 10 – (10.1, 10.2) Systems of Linear Differential Equations
Chapter 12 – (12.1-12.4) Orthogonal Functions and Fourier Series
Chapter 13 – (13.1-13.6, 13.8) Boundary-Value Problems Rectangular Coordinates
Chapter 14 – (14.1-14.3) Boundary-Value Problems in Other Coordinate Systems
Chapter 15 – (Selected Topics) Integral Transforms
Expected Learning Outcomes: The students will extend their knowledge of differential equations and their solutions acquired in MATH 3350 by developing new methods to solve differential equations and by studying the concept of partial differential equations and their solutions and applications. In particular, the students learn:
about the fundamental properties of linear systems, and their solutions
how to solve partial differential equations by separation of variables or Fourier series
to apply these techniques to the three classical equations: the heat, wave, and Laplace’s equation
many examples of boundary value problems that appear in physical sciences and engineering
Methods of Assessment of Learning Outcomes: Assessment of the learning outcomes will be achieved through homework assignments, three midterm exams, and a final exam.
Grading Policy: Homework will be assigned weekly and will
count for 25% of the grade. However, your overall grade in the Homework at the end of the semester must be at least 50%, otherwise you automatically fail the course. The lowest homework score will be
dropped. There will be three midterm exams in class, each will count
for 15% of the grade. The final exam will count for 30% of the grade.
All in-class exams are closed-book. No make-up exams are given unless
legitimate documents for excuses are presented to the instructor at
least a week in advance.
Grading Scale: A: 90%-100%, B: 80%-89%,
C: 70%-79%, D: 60%-69%, F: below 60%
Homework Assignments: Online homework will be assigned though Webwork. Students will receive the instructor's message for login information. Due dates are indicated on each assignment. Students should spend very first week to get familiar with the system.
Webwork Link: http://webwork.math.ttu.edu/webwork2/f20lhoangm3351s001
Examination Schedule:
Midterm 1: Friday, September 18, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm, Online on Webwork. It covers sections 8.1, 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5 and 8.8.
Midterm 2: Friday, October 16, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm, Online on Webwork. It covers sections 10.1, 10.2, 12.1, 12.2, 12.3.
Midterm 3: Friday, November 13, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm, Online on Webwork. It covers sections 13.1, 13.3--13.6.
FINAL EXAM: Monday, December 7, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm Online on Webwork. It covers 8.1--8.5, 8.8, 10.1, 10.2, 12.1--12.3, 13.1, 13.3--13.6, 15.3, 15.4.
Critical Dates:
TTU OPs:
ADA accommodations (TTU Operating Policy 34.22). Any student who, because of a disability, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements should contact the instructor as soon as possible to make any necessary arrangements. Students should present appropriate verification from Student Disability Services, during the instructor's office hours. Please note instructors are not allowed to provide classroom accommodations to student until appropriate verification from Student Disability Services has been provided. For additional information, you may contact the Student Disability Services office at 335 West Hall or 806-742-2405.
Absence for observance of a religious holy day (TTU Operating Policy 34.19). 1. “Religious holy day” means a holy day observed by a religion whose places of worship are exempt from property taxation under Texas Tax Code 11.20. 2. A student who intends to observe a religious holy day should make that intention known to the instructor prior to the absence. A student who is absent from classes for the observance of a religious holy day shall be allowed to take an examination or complete an assignment scheduled for that day within a reasonable time after the absence. 3. A student who is excused under Section 2 may not be penalized for the absence; however, the instructor may respond appropriately if the student fails to complete the assignment satisfactorily.
Academic Honesty (TTU Operating Policy 34.12). It is the aim of the faculty of Texas Tech University to foster a spirit of complete honesty and high standard of integrity. The attempt of students to present as their own any work not honestly performed is regarded by the faculty and administration as a most serious offense and renders the offenders liable to serious consequences, possibly suspension. “Scholastic dishonesty” includes, but it not limited to, cheating, plagiarism, collusion, falsifying academic records, misrepresenting facts, and any act designed to give unfair academic advantage to the student (such as, but not limited to, submission of essentially the same written assignment for two courses without the prior permission of the instructor) or the attempt to commit such an act.
Illness-Based Absence Policy: If at any time during this semester you feel ill, in the interest of your own health and safety as well as the health and safety of your instructors and classmates, you are encouraged not to attend face-to-face class meetings or events. Please review the steps outlined below that you should follow to ensure your absence for illness will be excused. These steps also apply to not participating in synchronous online class meetings if you feel too ill to do so and missing specified assignment due dates in asynchronous online classes because of illness.
NOTE: When needed, the instructor will communicate with the students using their TTU email addresses. At the beginning of the semester, the instructor will send out two messages, one to confirm the students' email addresses, and another to inform about Webwork. If a student does not receive those messages by Tuesday, August 25, 2020, he/she must contact the instructor immediately.
Handouts: See updates on the course's webpage. More will be communicated with the students.
Links: See updates on the course's webpage. More will be communicated with the students.