Multivariable Vector Calculus (CLOs and PLOs)

National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST)
School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (SEECS)

Department of Electrical Engineering
Multivariable and Vector Calculus

Course Code: MATH-106 Semester: 2nd
Credit Hours: 3+0 Prerequisite Codes: MATH-101
Instructor: Sajid Ali Discipline: EE
Office: 304,Faculty Block Telephone: 90852358
Lecture Days: Monday, Wednesday & Friday E-mail: [email protected]
Class Room: Consulting Hours:
Knowledge Group: Applied Mathematics Updates on LMS: Friday
Course Description:
The course introduces functions of several variables, partial differentiation with applications. Important
quadric surfaces are included while students also become familiar with 3-dimensional cylindrical and
spherical coordinate systems. Double and triple integration are included with applications to find areas and
volumes. In the second part advanced topics in vector analysis like calculus of del operator, gradient, curl
and divergence along with their physical interpretations are covered.
Course Objectives:
The course objective is that its successful completion should develop understanding of multivariable
functions, partial differentiation and multiple integrals. The applications will be covered from several
engineering problems. The other objective is to learn basic vector differential operators, gradient, divergence
and curl along with their applications to calculate surface integrals, flows and flux across surfaces.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):
After successful completion of this course, a student should be able to: PLO BT Level*
[CLO1] Understand functions of several variables, partial derivatives and

2 C-1,C-2
solve problems involving extrema and saddle points of multivariable functions
[CLO2] Apply the theory to calculate the gradients, area of surfaces and 1 C-4
volumes of solids
[CLO3] Compute line- and surface integrals directly or by using known 2 C-6
integrals theorems
* BT= Bloom’s Taxonomy, C=Cognitive domain, P=Psychomotor domain, A=
Affective domain
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Mapping of CLOs to Program Learning Outcomes
PLOs/CLOs CLO1 CLO2 CLO3 CLO4

PLO 1 (Engineering Knowledge) √ √
PLO 2 (Problem Analysis) √ √
PLO 3 (Design/Development of Solutions)
PLO 4 (Investigation)
PLO 5 (Modern tool usage)
PLO 6 (The Engineer and Society)
PLO 7 (Environment and Sustainability)
PLO 8 (Ethics)
PLO 9 (Individual and Team Work)
PLO 10 (Communication)
PLO 11 (Project Management)
PLO 12 (Lifelong Learning)
Books:
 Calculus and Analytic Geometry (9th Edition) George B. Thomas, Jr. and Ross L.
Text Books: Finney.
 Thomas’s Calculus (11th Edition) George B. Thomas, Jr.
 Calculus (6th Edition) James Stewert.
 Advanced Engineering Mathematics (9th Edition) Ervin Kreyszig
 Calculus (6th Edition) Swokowski, Olinick and Pence

Topics to be covered:
These mainly fall into two main categories:
1. Calculus of Several Variables
Multivariable functions, limits, continuity and partial differentiation
Local and absolute extremas and saddle points
Multiple integrals, areas of regions and volume of surfaces
2. Vector Calculus
Vector fields in two and three dimensions
Gradient, divergence and curl
Flow and flux across curves and regions
Work integrals, surface integrals
Green’s, Gauss’s and Stoke’s Theorems
Applications of three fundamental theorems
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Topics Lectures Week

Surfaces in three basic coordinate systems: Cartesian, cylindrical and spherical 3
Multivariable functions, limits, continuity and partial differentiation. 3

1-5
Relative changes, differentials, local and absolute extremas and saddle points 4
Double integrals and areas of irregular regions 3
OHT – 1 6
Triple integrals, change of order of integration 3

Volumes of surfaces and multiple integrals in different coordinate systems 2
Vector fields, gradient and its geometrical understanding 3 7 – 11
Concepts of divergence and curl, vector differential identities 2

Work integrals 3
OHT – 2 12
Flow and flux across curves and regions, Green’s theorem (both tangent and normal
4
forms)
Surface integrals 2
Stoke’s theorem 2 13 – 17
Gauss’s divergence theorem 2
Applications of Gauss’s and Stoke’s divergence theorems in engineering problems to
3
calculate impact of the vector fields
ESE 18
Total 39
Weightages:
Quizzes: 10%
Assignments: 10%
OHT-1: 15%
OHT-2: 15%
Final Exam: 50%
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Grading Policy:
The quizzes will be unannounced and normally last for ten minutes. The question framed
is to test the concepts involved in last few lectures. Number of quizzes that will be used
for evaluation is at the instructor’s discretion. Grading for quizzes will be on a fixed scale
Quiz Policy: of 0 to 10. A score of 10 indicates an exceptional attempt towards the answer and a score
of 1 indicates your answer is entirely wrong but you made a reasonable effort towards the
solution. Scores in between indicate very good (8-9), good (6-7), satisfactory (4-5), and
poor (2-3) attempt. Failure to make a reasonable effort to answer a question scores a 0.
In order to develop comprehensive understanding of the subject, assignments will be

given. Late assignments will not be accepted / graded. All assignments will count
towards the total (No ‘best-of’ policy). The students are advised to do the assignment
Assignment
Policy: themselves. Copying of assignments is highly discouraged and violations will be dealt
with severely by referring any occurrences to the disciplinary committee. The questions
in the assignment are meant to be challenging to give students confidence and extensive
knowledge about the subject matter and enable them to prepare for the exams.
SEECS maintains a zero tolerance policy towards plagiarism. While collaboration in this
course is highly encouraged, you must ensure that you do not claim other people’s work/
ideas as your own. Plagiarism occurs when the words, ideas, assertions, theories, figures,
Plagiarism: images, programming codes of others are presented as your own work. You must cite and
acknowledge all sources of information in your assignments. Failing to comply with the
SEECS plagiarism policy will lead to strict penalties including zero marks in assignments
and referral to the academic coordination office for disciplinary action.
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National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST)

School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (SEECS)

Multivariable and Vector Calculus

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

[CLO1] Understand functions of several variables, partial derivatives and

Mapping of CLOs to Program Learning Outcomes

PLOs/CLOs CLO1 CLO2 CLO3 CLO4

Topics Lectures Week

Multivariable functions, limits, continuity and partial differentiation. 3

Double integrals and areas of irregular regions 3

Triple integrals, change of order of integration 3

Vector fields, gradient and its geometrical understanding 3 7 – 11

Concepts of divergence and curl, vector differential identities 2

In order to develop comprehensive understanding of the subject, assignments will be

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