Northeastern Illinois University
Spring 2004
Instructor: David Rutschman
Office Hours: M 2:00-5:00 pm; W 2:00-4:00 (Study
Hall, S-233); or by appointment (S-218D)
Phone: (773) 442-5780 (office) / (773) 275-5389 (home)
Email: D-Rutschman@neiu.edu
Class: MW 7:05-8:55 pm, S-242 (M) and FA-104 (W)
Text: An Introduction to Scientific Computing
with Maple Programming (internal edition)
In this course you will learn to use a computer algebra system with interactive computation and graphics, and computer programming (writing programs, testing them and using them) to assist you in solving mathematical problems. The language we use is Maple (various versions). We will work with topics from a wide spectrum of mathematics and applied mathematics (with the assumption that you have completed Calculus I and are taking or have taken Calculus II).
Class sessions will include presentation and discussion of new material, and individual work on the computer. I encourage discussions and collaboration, but make sure not to cross the line and let others do your work. Copying and cheating will not be tolerated, and will be reported to University authorities. In addition to class sessions, you can use the class listserve to stay in touch with me and the class. Please use this link to sign up to the listserve signup (DR-MATH-L).
Evaluation of your performance in the course is based on:
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Weekly homework assignments and projects (variable points).
See guidelines below.
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Frequent quizzes (variable points).
· Class Participation.
· Midterm: A 100 point midterm test is tentatively scheduled for February 25.
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Final: A 100 point final examination will be given
on May 4, 6:00-7:50 pm.
Class participation will be taken into account in cases of borderline grades. The final letter grades for the course are based on total points achieved. Final averages above 90% correspond to an A, above 80% to at least a B, above 70% to at least a C, etc. The class curve may lower these cutoffs.
Feel free to stop by my office to give me feedback or to get help with the course. I would like to get to know each of you, and hope that you enjoy the semester. If for any reason you decide to drop the course please talk with me before doing so.
Homework and Project Guidelines
Homework problems may be discussed with others, including classmates or the instructor. It is assumed, nonetheless, that you have done the work on your own. Copying someone else's work, or using the work of others is not allowed and will result in an F for the course for both parties involved and will be reported to University authorities.
Homework and projects should be on 8.5" by 11" paper with your name on the upper right corner of the first sheet. Multiple sheets should be clipped or stapled together.
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