Math 352 Winter 2012 

Classroom:

135 TMCB

Class Time:

2:00-2:50 p.m  MWF

Instructor:

David Cardon,  326 TMCB,  422-4863,  cardon@math.byu.edu

Office Hours:

Text:

Fundamentals of Complex Analysis, Third Edition by Saff and Snider (ISBN: 0139078746)

Prerequisites:

A good understanding of the material in Math 112, 113, 290, 314

Grading:

Homework

30%

3 Midterm Exams

45%

Final Assignment/Exam

25%

93% will guarantee an

A

90% will guarantee an

A-

87% will guarantee a

B+

80% will guarantee a

B-

77% will guarantee a

C+

73% will guarantee a

C

70% will guarantee a

C-

etc.

Midterm Exams:

The midterm exams will be in the Testing Center on the days indicated in the schedule.

Final Exam:

The final assignment/exam will be a take-home exam that will be given to the class about 10 days before it is due.

Course Objectives:

There are two main objectives of the course. The first is to obtain a thorough understanding of introductory complex analysis. The second is to learn to express the ideas studied in the course clearly in written form.

Homework:

Homework will be collected on most days that the class meets. It is due at the beginning of class on the day indicated on the schedule. Consistent, diligent completion of homework assignments is essential to success in the course.

As one of the main objectives is to communicate mathematical ideas clearly, your homework assignments should be well written. You should write with complete sentences using correct spelling and punctuation, just as you would when writing an essay for an English or history course. Usually solutions should include verbal descriptions in addition to mathematical calculations. You should include enough detail that you would be able to understand your work six months later. Not only is it important to arrive at a correct answer, but it is also important to clearly explain the reasoning used to arrive at the conclusion. Your explanations should be clear enough that a typical classmate could easily understand your work.

Please write neatly and list the clearly labeled exercises in order. Staple multiple sheets. Use standard sized 8.5'' by 11'' paper. Write on the front side of the paper only. Do not use sheets torn from a spiral binder.

Students are responsible to read all of the relevant sections of the text as part of their studying.

You are encouraged to work together while you study. You may discuss homework problems and how to solve them with each other. However, you should not copy each other's solutions. You should write your solutions in your own words. If your solution and your friends solution to a lengthy exercise are worded nearly identically, then you are not working independently enough.

Late Homework:

Homework is due at the beginning of class. Late homework will not be accepted, except that you may turn in three assignments late (within two class periods) without penalty. Please attach a Late Coupon to assist the grader in keeping track of late assignments. Also, the lowest three homework scores will not figure into your average at the end of the semester. This accommodates for illness or other reasons that might prevent you from completing an assignment on time.

Work Load:

"The expectation for undergraduate courses is three hours of work per week per credit hour for the average student who is appropriately prepared; much more time may be required to achieve excellence." (BYU 2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog) 

According to the BYU 2011-2012 catalog: "the grade A means that the student's performance, achievement, and understanding were excellent in the portion of the subject covered in the class."

Adequately prepared students should expect to spend a minimum of three hours of work for each credit hour. This adds up to a minimum of 9 hours per week for math 352. A minimal time commitment is likely to lead to an average grade B- or lower. Much more time may be required to achieve excellence.

Classroom Etiquette:

Out of respect for others in the class, attempt to cultivate an environment conducive to learning mathematics.  Make an effort to keep your mind on the topic, and avoid distractions.  Please do not permit your cell phone to ring or vibrate, do not read or send text messages, do not read the newspaper, do not use earphones, do not view internet pages, do not use electronic devices in ways unrelated to this class.  

Having small children in class is a distraction that degrades the educational experience for the entire class. Please make other arrangements for child care rather than bringing children to class with you.

Harassment:

Harassment of any kind is inappropriate at BYU.  Specifically, BYU's policy against sexual harassment extends not only to employees of the university but to students as well.  If you encounter sexual harassment, gender-based discrimination, or other inappropriate behavior, please talk to your professor, contact the Equal Employment Office at 422-5895 or 367-5689, or contact the Honor Code Office at 422-2847.

Disabilities:

BYU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities.  If you have any disability that may adversely affect your success in this course, please contact the University Accessibility Center at 422-2767.  Services deemed appropriate will be coordinated with the student and instructor by that office.