HCMC University of Technical and Education

Faculty of Applied Science

Course Syllabus
1. Vietnamese name: Toán 3
2. Course name: Calculus 3 Course code: MATH141801
3. Credits: 4 (4/0/8) (4 theory credits, 0 pratice credits)
4. Lecturer
1/ Main lecturer: Nguyễn Văn Toản, Ph.D; Phan Tự Vượng, Ph.D
2/ List of the other lecturers : Bành Đức Dũng, Ph.D; Trần Thị Hạnh, M.E; Tran Huong Lan,
Ph.D; Hoàng Nguyên Lý, M.E; Lê Thị Thanh Hải, ME.
5. Prerequisites:
Previous courses: Calculus 1, Calculus 2
6. Course Description
The course equips students with the basic knowledge about functions of several variables, partial
derivatives, double and triple integrals, line and surface integrals, and vector calculus. The students
also learn how to apply this knowledge to solve problems in physical science and other life sciences.

7. Course Goals
Goal description Learning
Goals
(This course equips students with) Outcomes
Basic knowledge of vector and coordinate in plane and in space; of
line, plane and quadric surfaces; of functions of several variables,
G1 differential and integral calculus functions of several variables, 1.1
double and triple integrals, line and surface integrals; basic
knowledge of field theory.
Interpret, represent and evaluate mathematical and/or logical
information by means of numbers, graphs, and notations and make
inferences from them. Analyse, explain and demonstrate the
G2 ability to solve problems in physics and other sciences using 2.1, 2.4, 2.5
differential and integral calculus of functions of several variables,
integrals, vector calculus and field theory. Analyse and study
materials given by the lecturer.
Work in group to solve problems and present the solutions in front
G3 3.1, 3.2
of the class

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8. Learning outcomes
Goals Description Expected
(After the course, students will be able to) learning
outcomes
1 Define vectors in plane and in space, line, plane and quadric surfaces. 1.1
Define a function of several variables and list some situations in which
2 1.1
this kind of function appears.
Write the formula for partial derivatives, directional derivative and list
3 1.1
some situations in which these kinds of derivative appears.
Define integral for function of several variables, double and triple
G1 4 integrals, line and surface integrals; write the formula and present 1.1
methods for calculating those integrals.
Present the change of variables in double and triple integrals in general
5 1.1, 1.2
and particular cases. (polar, cylindrical and spherical coordinates)
Write and explain the formulas relating double and triple integrals to
6 1.1, 1.2
line and surface integrals.
7 Define a vector field. Define and interpret flux, divergence and curl. 1.1
1 Determine the equations of graphs of curves and surfaces 2.1.1, 2.1.2
Find the derivative and integral of vector functions
2 2.4.3, 2.4.4
Find the derivative and integral of functions of several variables
Apply differential and integral calculus of vector functions and
3 2.1.1, 2.1.2
functions of several variables in physical and other sciences.
Evaluate double, triple integrals, line and surface integrals.
4 2.4.3, 2.4.4
G2 Find main characteristics of a vector field.
Apply Green’s theorem and Stokes’ theorem to solve application
2.1.1
5 problem such as: finding plane area, surface area, volume and arc
2.1.2
length, finding work done by a force, finding mass of an object, etc.
6 Ensure a high standard of academic integrity in any test or exams. 2.5.1
Analyze and study the materials given by the lecturer. 2.4.5
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2.4.6
1 Collaborate with the lecturer and classmates for best results. 3.2.3, 3.2.6
G3 2 Work in group effectively 3.1.2, 3.1.4
3 Present the solutions or the group work in front of the class 3.2.6

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9. Materials
[1] Main textbook: K. Smith, M. Strauss and M. Toda – Calculus - 6th National Edition –
Kendall Hunt.

[2] Short translation: Giải tích III– Bộ môn Toán – Khoa KHCB.
10. Grading policy
- Grading system: 10.
- Evaluation plan (changes may be made in the course):
Tool of Learning Percentage(%)
No. Content Time
test outcome
Test 50
Test Written G2.1, G2.2,
Chapters 9,10,11 Week 8 25
#1 test G2.3, G3.1
Test Written G2.4, G2.5,
Chapters 12,13 Week 14 25
#2 test G3.1
Final exam 50
- Content covers all the important End of Written G2.1 to G2.9
outcomes of the course. the exam 50
- Time of examination: 90 minutes.
semester

11. Weekly lesson plan

Learning
Week Content
outcomes

Chapter 9: VECTORS IN THE PLANE AND IN SPACE (continued)

A. Content and teaching methodology: (4) G2.1, G2.2
Content:
9.6. Planes in 3
9.7. Quadric surfaces
1
Method:
+ Lecture
+ Slide show
B. Self-study content: (8) G2.2
+ Do homework
3
 Chapter 10. VECTOR-VALUED FUNCTIONS
A. Content and teaching methodology: (4) G2.1, G2.2
Content:
10.1. Introduction to vector functions
10.2. Differentiation and integration of vector functions
2
Method:
+ Lecture
+ Slide show
B. Self-study content: (8) G2.2
+ Do homework

Chapter 10. VECTOR-VALUED FUNCTIONS (continued)

A. Content and teaching methodology: (4) G2.1, G2.2,
Content: G2.4
10.3. Modeling ballistic and planetary motion
10.4. Unit tangent and principal unit normal vectors; curvature
10.5 Tangential and normal components of acceleration
3

Method:
+ Lecture
+ Slide show
B. Self-study content: (8) G2.2
+ Do homework
+ Review chapter 10
Chapter 11. PARTIAL DIFFERENTIATION G1.4, G2.1
A. Content and teaching methodology: (4)
Content:
11.1 Functions of several variables
11.2 Limits and continuity

Method:
4 + Lecture
+ Slide show
B. Self-study content: (8) G1.4, G2.1
+ Do homework

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 Chapter 11. PARTIAL DIFFERENTIATION (continued)
A. Content and teaching methodology: (4) G1.4, G2.1,
Content G2.3.
11.4. Tangent planes, approximations, and differentiability
11.3. Partial derivatives
5
Method:
+ Lecture
+ Slide show

B. Self-study content: (8) G2.1, G2. 3,

+ Do homework G2.8, G2.9

Chapter 11. PARTIAL DIFFERENTIATION (continued)

A. Content and teaching methodology: (4) G1.4, G2.1,
Content G2.3.
11.5. Chain rule
11.6. Directional derivatives and the gradient
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Method:
+ Lecture
+ Slide show
B. Self-study content: (8) G2.1, G2. 3,
+ Do homework G2.8, G2.9

Chapter 11. PARTIAL DIFFERENTIATION (continued)

A. Content and teaching methodology: (4) G1.4, G2.1,
Content G2.3.
11.7. Extrema of functions of two variables
11.8 Lagrange multipliers
Chapter review
7 Test

Method:
+ Lecture
+ Group discussion
B. Self-study content: (8) G2.1, G2. 3,
+ Do homework G2.8, G2.9
+ Review chapter 11

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 Chapter 12. MULTIPLE INTEGRATION
A. Content and teaching methodology: (4) G1.6, G2.5
Content:
12.1. Double integration over rectangular regions
12.2. Double integration over nonrectangular regions
8
Method:
+ Lecture
+ Group discussion
B. Self-study content: (8) G2.5, G2. 9
+ Do homework

Chapter 12. MULTIPLE INTEGRATION (continued)

A. Content and teaching methodology: (4) G1.6, G2.5
Content:
12.3. Double integrals in polar coordinates
12.4. Surface area
9
Method:
+ Lecture
+ Group discussion
B. Self-study content: (8) G2.5, G2. 9
+ Do homework
Chapter 12. MULTIPLE INTEGRATION (continued)
A. Content and teaching methodology: (4) G1.6, G2.5
Content:
12.5. Triple integrals
12.6. Mass, moments, and probability density functions
10
Method:
+ Lecture
+ Group discussion
B. Self-study content: (8) G2.5, G2. 9
+ Do homework
Chapter 12. MULTIPLE INTEGRATION (continued)
G1.6, G2.5
A. Content and teaching methodology: (4)
11
Content:
12.7. Cylindrical and spherical coordinates
12.8. Jacobians: change of variables
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 Method:
+ Lecture
+ Slide show
B. Self-study content: (8) G2.8, G2.9
+ Do homework
+ Review chapter 12

Chapter 13. VECTOR ANALYSIS

A. Content and teaching methodology: (4) G1.6, G2.5
Content:
13.1. Properties of a vector field: divergence and curl
12 13.2. Line integrals

Method:
+ Lecture
B. Self-study content: (8) G2.8, G2.9
+ Do homework

Chapter 13. VECTOR ANALYSIS (continued)

A. Content and teaching methodology: (4) G1.8, G1.9
Content: G1.10, G2.6
13.3. The fundamental theorem and path independence
13 13.4. Green’s theorem

Method:
+ Lecture

B. Self-study content: (8) G2.6, G2.8

+ Do homework

Chapter 13. VECTOR ANALYSIS (continued)

A. Content and teaching methodology: (4) G1.8, G1.9
Content: G1.10, G2.6
13.5. Surface integrals
13.6. Stokes’ theorem and applications
14 Method:
+ Lecture
+ Slide show

B. Self-study content: (8) G2.6, G2.8

+ Do homework

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 Chapter 13. VECTOR ANALYSIS (continued)
13.7. Divergence theorem and applications
REVISION:
+ Review the course content corresponding the expected learning outcomes.
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+ Provide sample exams
B. Self-study content: (8) G2.6, G2.8
+ Do homework
+ Review all the content of the course

12. Ethics:
+ Students must do homework and attend group discussion in class .
+ Students must attend all the tests at the dates given by the lecturer . Whether an absence is
excused or unexcused is determined solely by the instructor.
+ There will no tolerance for cheating or plagiarism in any tests and the final exam. The
university policy will be enforced in such cases.
13. First approval:
14. Approval:
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