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As an introduction to multivariable calculus, 18.022 gives equal emphasis to each of three aspects:

The nature and properties of the mathematical definitions and objects which underlie multivariable calculus.

The central facts and relationships that hold among these mathematical concepts and which follow logically from the basic assumptions about them. (Proofs of these facts will be available in the textbook. Students are introduced to the nature and importance of proofs of major theorems but will not be responsible for details of these proofs on tests or final examination.)

Ways of visualizing and working with these concepts and facts, including:

1. Strategies for problem-solving and for carrying out simple proofs and derivations, and
2. Methods and algorithms for theoretical and practical computations.

Rogers, H. Multivariable Calculus with Vectors. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall, 1999. ISBN: 0136056431.

There are twelve problem sets, normally one per week. Cumulatively, they are worth one sixth of your grade.

Problem sets are an essential feature of 18.022. Most students will find that some of the problems require repeated and thoughtful efforts before a solution is found. Such problems are intended to help students sharpen their imaginative and creative abilities and to show them the value and rewards of perseverance in problem solving. Students who do not give such problems a significant and persistent effort will compromise their own potential for performing well on tests and the final, and for making full use of their mathematical talents in later professional work.

As a last resort, after repeated attempts to solve a problem, a student may consult with one or two other current 18.022 students to develop and clarify his or her own thinking. In such cases, however, the student's written solution should be an independent and individual expression of his or her own understanding of the problem and its solutions. Copying of solutions is not permitted and will be considered a violation of these guidelines.

There are three one-hour exams each worth one sixth of your grade, and there is one comprehensive final exam worth one third of your grade.

It is understood that, by enrolling in 18.022, a student agrees to maintain the highest standards of academic honesty. In particular: (1) during tests and examinations, a student will not accept or use information from other students; (2) during tests and examinations, a student will not provide information to another student; (3) a student will not, on a test or examination, represent the work of another student as his or her own; (4) a student will not, on a test or examination, use aids to memory other than those expressly permitted by the examiner; (5) a student will not try to deceive teachers or graders by misrepresenting or altering his or her previous work; and (6) to the extent that a student engages in collaboration on problem sets, such collaboration will be in accordance with the above Collaboration Policy.

Departures from the above standards are contrary to fundamental principles of MIT and of the larger science and technology community. Such departures will be viewed with the utmost seriousness by MIT and may result in disenrollment from MIT.