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MATH2020 – Vector Calculus and Complex Analysis
2021 – Session 2, Special circumstances
Session 2 Learning and Teaching Update
The decision has been made to conduct study online for the remainder of Session 2 for all units WITHOUT mandatory on-campus learning activities. Exams for Session 2 will also be online where possible to do so.
This is due to the extension of the lockdown orders and to provide certainty around arrangements for the remainder of Session 2. We hope to return to campus beyond Session 2 as soon as it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Some classes/teaching activities cannot be moved online and must be taught on campus. You should already know if you are in one of these classes/teaching activities and your unit convenor will provide you with more information via iLearn. If you want to confirm, see the list of units with mandatory on-campus classes/teaching activities.
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General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor/Lecturer
Paul Bryan
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Lecturer
Ross Moore
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Please refer to iLearn
Ross Moore
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
MATH2010 or MATH2055 or MATH235
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
The topics covered in this unit lay the foundations for further study in modern areas of mathematics (such as partial differential equations, fluid mechanics, and mathematical biology). This unit builds on the first year single variable calculus units by extending calculus to several variables, and focuses primarily on integration techniques for complex functions and vector fields. Complex analysis is the study of complex-valued functions of complex variables. The main properties of complex functions of a single complex variable will be presented, including the important concepts of analyticity and singularity structure. This will be followed by a treatment of Cauchy's theorem and the residue theorem to evaluate contour integrals of complex functions around various curves in the complex plane. Vector calculus is the study of vector fields in two and three dimensions, and facilitates the modelling of a variety of physical phenomena, for example in fluid mechanics and electromagnetism. By introducing the gradient, divergence and curl operators, the main properties of vector fields can be analysed. A variety of integrals of vector fields over paths, surfaces and volumes will be performed, and the application of three important integral theorems of vector calculus due to Green, Stokes and Gauss to evaluate these integrals will be demonstrated. |
Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Analyse the main properties of functions of a single complex variable, such as analyticity and singularity structure.
- ULO2: Evaluate contour integrals of complex functions by applying Cauchy's theorem and the residue theorem.
- ULO3: Analyse the main properties of vector fields using the gradient, divergence and curl operators.
- ULO4: Evaluate path, surface and volume integrals of vector fields.
- ULO5: Apply the important theorems due to Green, Stokes and Gauss to physical applications.
General Assessment Information
HURDLES: This unit has no hurdle requirements.
ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION: Assignment submission will be online through the iLearn page.
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LATE SUBMISSION: All assignments must be submitted by the official due date and time. No marks will be given to late work unless an extension has been granted following a successful application for Special Consideration. Please contact the unit convenor for advice as soon as you become aware that you may have difficulty meeting any of the assignment deadlines. It is in your interests to make frequent submissions of your partially completed work. Note that later submissions completely replace any earlier submission, and so only the final submission made before the due date will be marked.
FINAL EXAM POLICY: You are advised that it is Macquarie University policy not to set early examinations for individuals or groups of students. All students are expected to ensure that they are available until the end of the teaching semester, that is, the final day of the official examination period. The only excuse for not sitting an examination at the designated time is because of documented illness or unavoidable disruption. In these special circumstances, you may apply for special consideration via ask.mq.edu.au.
SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATIONS:
IMPORTANT: If you receive special consideration for the final exam, a supplementary exam will be scheduled in the interval between the regular exam period and the start of the next session. If you apply for special consideration, you must give the supplementary examination priority over any other pre-existing commitments, as such commitments will not usually be considered an acceptable basis for a second application for special consideration. Please ensure you are familiar with the policy prior to submitting an application. You can check the supplementary exam information page on FSE101 in iLearn (https://bit.ly/FSESupp) for dates, and approved applicants will receive an individual notification sometime in the week prior to the exam with the exact date and time of their supplementary examination.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test 1 (Online) | 15% | No | Week 4 |
| Assignment 1 | 10% | No | Week 6 |
| Test 2 (Online) | 15% | No | Week 10 |
| Assignment 2 | 10% | No | Week 12 |
| Final exam | 50% | No | Exam period |
Test 1 (Online)
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: Week 4
Weighting: 15%
Online test
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Analyse the main properties of functions of a single complex variable, such as analyticity and singularity structure.
- Evaluate contour integrals of complex functions by applying Cauchy's theorem and the residue theorem.
- Analyse the main properties of vector fields using the gradient, divergence and curl operators.
- Evaluate path, surface and volume integrals of vector fields.
- Apply the important theorems due to Green, Stokes and Gauss to physical applications.
Assignment 1
Assessment Type 1: Problem set
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: Week 6
Weighting: 10%
The assignments reinforce and build on material from lectures, and involve calculations and explanations.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Analyse the main properties of functions of a single complex variable, such as analyticity and singularity structure.
- Evaluate contour integrals of complex functions by applying Cauchy's theorem and the residue theorem.
- Analyse the main properties of vector fields using the gradient, divergence and curl operators.
- Evaluate path, surface and volume integrals of vector fields.
- Apply the important theorems due to Green, Stokes and Gauss to physical applications.
Test 2 (Online)
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: Week 10
Weighting: 15%
Online test
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Analyse the main properties of functions of a single complex variable, such as analyticity and singularity structure.
- Evaluate contour integrals of complex functions by applying Cauchy's theorem and the residue theorem.
- Analyse the main properties of vector fields using the gradient, divergence and curl operators.
- Evaluate path, surface and volume integrals of vector fields.
- Apply the important theorems due to Green, Stokes and Gauss to physical applications.
Assignment 2
Assessment Type 1: Problem set
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: Week 12
Weighting: 10%
The assignments reinforce and build on material from lectures, and involve calculations and explanations.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Analyse the main properties of functions of a single complex variable, such as analyticity and singularity structure.
- Evaluate contour integrals of complex functions by applying Cauchy's theorem and the residue theorem.
- Analyse the main properties of vector fields using the gradient, divergence and curl operators.
- Evaluate path, surface and volume integrals of vector fields.
- Apply the important theorems due to Green, Stokes and Gauss to physical applications.
Final exam
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: Exam period
Weighting: 50%
Summative examination, held during the university examination period.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Analyse the main properties of functions of a single complex variable, such as analyticity and singularity structure.
- Evaluate contour integrals of complex functions by applying Cauchy's theorem and the residue theorem.
- Analyse the main properties of vector fields using the gradient, divergence and curl operators.
- Evaluate path, surface and volume integrals of vector fields.
- Apply the important theorems due to Green, Stokes and Gauss to physical applications.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
Classes
Lectures: there 2 x 1hr lectures and a 1hr SGTA each week.
Required and Recommended Texts and/or Materials
Lecture notes will be available on iLearn.
The following texts provide useful references for various sections of the course:
- Churchill and Brown; Complex variables and applications, (McGraw–Hill) library call number QA331 .C524
- Marsden and Tromba; Vector Calculus, (Wiley) library call number QA303 .M338
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
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Unit information based on version 2021.04 of the Handbook