Calculus in Several Variables, 6 credits

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• Computer Engineering, B Sc in Engineering
• Engineering Electronics
• Chemical Analysis Engineering, B Sc in Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering, B Sc in Engineering

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Intended learning outcomes

The course will give basic proficiency in several-variable calculus required for subsequent studies. After completing this course, students should be able to

• define and explain basic notions from topology and concepts as function, limit, continuity, partial derivative, extremal point, and multiple integral
• cite, explain and use central theorems such as differentiability implies existence of partial derivatives, the chain rule, Taylor's formula, the characterization of stationary points, the theorem on local maxima and minima, the implicit function theorem, and the theorem on change of variables in multiple integrals
• investigate limits, continuity, differentiability, and use the chain rule for transforming and solving partial differential equations
• explain the geometric significance of directional derivatives and gradients, and determine equations for tangent lines and tangent planes
• investigate local maxima and minima
• explain the behavior of an implicitly given function, for example by Taylor expansion and implicit differentiation
• calculate multiple integrals by means of iterated integration and using various changes of variables, notably linear, plane polar and spherical
• investigate convergence of improper multiple integrals and calculate their values
• verify that results and partial results are correct or reasonable

Course content

The space R^n. Fundamental notions from topology. Functions from R^n to R^p. Function graphs, level curves and level surfaces. Limit and continuity. Partial derivatives. Differentiability and differential. The chain rule. Gradient, normal, tangent and tangent plane. Directional derivative. Taylor's formula. Local extrema. Implicitly defined functions and implicit differentiation. Multiple integrals. Iterated integration. Change of variables. Area, volume, mass and center of mass. Improper multiple integrals.

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Supplementary courses: Vector analysis

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