Important COVID-19 Modifications: Though this will operate as a normal "in-person" class, due to the novel coronavirus I will fully accommodate any and all students that, for any reason, choose to work remotely. It will be possible to participate in classes, as well as complete, turn in, and receive feedback on all work without being physically in the classroom. Students who do this will not be viewed, treated, or graded differently whatsoever.
Mask and Social Distancing Policy: Students must wear a mask throughout the entire time they are physically in the classroom. This means no eating or drinking in the classroom. Masks must fit properly and cover both the nose and mouth. If a student is unable to wear a mask for any reason, he or she should use the online accommodations being provided and not attend in-person. Students and the instructor should all maintain at least 6 feet of separation before, during, and after class while leaving. Failure to comply with the mask policy and/or social distancing policy may result in a lower course grade and/or being reported to the Dean.
Virtual Instruction Option: All students enrolled in this course may choose to attend it remotely, even if they have not registered with the university as a Remote Student. So long as they follow the other protocols described here, students may freely switch between in-person/remote learning in this course. For those who exercise their right to attend class virtually, I will provide a robust virtual classroom experience. Consistent with the technology provided by the University, I will make class available contemporaneously and will include you in classroom participation. To the best of my ability, I will ensure that your experience is positive and that you are integrated fully into the academic experience. You are very welcome to give me feedback during the semester on how I can enhance your learning experience. Most likely, I will live-stream all lectures on Zoom (links posted in Blackboard). I will also post recordings and materials from the lectures for students who need to view them asynchronously. All assignments will be submitted electronically, regardless of whether you participate remotely or in-person.
Illness: You must stay home if you are feeling at all ill, have tested positive for COVID-19, or believe you may have been exposed to COVID-19. I will not penalize you in any way for being cautious. In an ordinary year, students might choose to come into the classroom when they feel like they have a cold coming on. This year is different, and I am trusting you to be vigilant, be cautious, and to stay home. In such a case, you can still participate fully through the remote instruction option. Note that this paragraph applies to me too as the Instructor. I will not come to campus if I am feeling at all sick, even if I think it's only a minor cold. Instead, I will send an email to the entire class with instructions/information on how to proceed. Should you need, you can contact the department chair Dr. Rothman (Sheldon.Rothman@liu.edu), or the Dean of Liberal Arts & Science Dr. Bowditch (Nathaniel.Bowditch@liu.edu).
Class Time: Tuesday and Thursday 9:05a - 10:50a, Humanities 217B.
Instructor: Dr. Corbett Redden. Corbett.Redden [att] liu.edu. Phone 516-299-3487 (voicemail only).
Office Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 12:30p - 1:50p, or by appointment. Office hours will be held on Zoom at the link posted in Blackboard. If you plan to attend Office Hours, please tell me beforehand. I won't be hanging out in an empty Zoom session if no one is coming.
Course webpage: http://myweb.liu.edu/~dredden/9f20/ and also Blackboard
Textbook: "Calculus" by Larson and Edwards (11th edition). Cengage. (This is the same textbook used in MTH 7 and 8.)
Calculator: A graphing "calculator" of some form will be required for parts of this class. There is no specific type required, and you don't need to go out and buy a new calculator. It will be possible to use calculators/software on your computer/phone.
Description from Catalog: This course covers polar coordinates, vector and matrix algebra, parametric equations and space curves, multivariable calculus (gradients, relative extrema, Lagrange multipliers), surface areas and volumes by double and triple integrals, orthogonal coordinate systems and their Jacobian transformations, potential functions, compressibility, and the theorems of Gauss, Green, and Stokes. This course can fulfill an additional requirement the Scientific inquiry and the Natural World thematic cluster of the core curriculum alongside the laboratory science requirement. Prerequisite of MTH 8 with a grade of C- or better or permission of Department is required. 4 Credits.
Grading Scheme:
| Homework | 40% |
| Tests | 40% |
| Final Exam | 20% |
Homework: I will regularly assign homework problems. There will be five or six written homework assignments that you must turn in. Assignments will have a firm due date, but each student will be permitted to turn in up to 2 of them late (within reason) without penalty. I will grade these assignments, provide feedback, and return them to you. Your homework grade will be based solely on these six assignments. I will also assign additional homework problems that I will not collect. You should still complete these problems, and I may ask you about them (see below), but I will not explicitly grade them. While you may work with other students on homework, the writing and final document you turn in must be entirely your own. It should be written clearly and neatly as a final draft, not a hastily done rough draft.
Tests: There will be two (possibly three, but probably two) Tests during the semester. The exact dates have not yet been determined, but they will be announced at least 1.5 weeks ahead of time. They will most likely be timed "in-class" tests, but which can also be taken remotely while on camera. Test problems will be adopted directly problems done in lecture or on homeworks (including the problems not turned in).
Final Exam: There will be a Final Exam at the end of the semester. The format will be announced later in the course. It may take the form of a standard written exam, or it may take the form of an "Oral Exam."
Attendance: You will not be graded on your attendance. However, your final grade is far more likely to receive a beneficial bump if you attend regularly and actively participate (in-person or remote).
Help: Help is available from a number of places and people. You are welcome to ask Prof. Redden questions during class, Zoom office hours, or via email. In prior semesters, there was free tutoring available in the Math-Lab, located in PH 201, with no appointment necessary; I am unsure whether this will be available in some form during Fall '20. Finally, you are encouraged to work with others on homework. Explaining concepts and techniques to fellow classmates is an excellent way for you to better understand them yourself.
Students with Disabilities: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and to facilitate learning for all students, I will make accommodations for students with disabilities. It is necessary for those students to inform me of these accommodations by the end of the second week of classes. Please contact the Academic Resource Center (299-2937) so that steps can be taken to develop an appropriate educational plan. If you are a student with a documented disability, medical condition, or think you may have a disability, and will need accommodations, academic adjustments, auxiliary aids, or other services, please contact Marie Fatscher in Disability Support Services (Post Hall, Lower Level, C10) at 516-299-3057 or marie.fatscher@liu.edu to request services, accommodations or for additional information. Additional information is also available on the DSS website: www.liu.edu/post/dss
Technology: If you have problems, please contact IT (Library 236A, M-Th 8am-8pm and F 9am-5pm; it@liu.edu; 516-299-3300). You can access online tutorials for Blackboard as needed: http://www.liu.edu/Information-Technology/Info-Tech/Tutorials (Step by Step Guides and Videos)