Syllabus: 22M:133:AAA Introduction to Smooth Manifolds

Spring 2008 10:30A - 11:20A MWF 210 MLH

Instructor:  Dr. Isabel Darcy                 Office:B1H MLH                     Phone: 335- 0778
Email: idarcy AT math.uiowa.edu
Tentative Office Hours: M 11:40am - 1pm, W 11:40am - 1pm, F 8:45 - 9:15am, and by appointment.
Course WWW site:  http://www.math.uiowa.edu/~idarcy/COURSES/133/SPRING08/133.html
Check this for a list of assignments, possible changes in the course schedule, and electronic copies of course handouts.

Text: An Introduction to Differentiable Manifolds and Riemannian Geometry, Revised (Pure and Applied Mathematics) by William M. Boothby.

Goals and Objectives of the Course: Calculus on smooth manifolds; smooth functions, mean value theorem, chain rule, smooth manifolds, tangent vectors, tangent spaces, inverse and implicit functions theorems, submersions and immersions, vectorfields, flows, multilinear algebra, differential forms, Stokes theorem. Provide needed background for 200-level courses and research in many areas. Improve student preparation for 22M:201-200. Expose students to important mathematical topics.

Prerequisites: 22M:027, 22M:055, and 22M:028 or 22M:056 or consent of instructor.

Grading system: 90% <= A- < 91% <= A 
HW & Quizzes: 25% 80% <= B- < 81% <= B < 89% <= B+ < 90%
Exam 1:  25%  55% <= C- < 60% <= C < 79% <= C+ < 80%
Exam 2:  25%  40% <= D- < 41% <= D < 49% <= D+ < 55%
Final: 25%  F < 60%

GRADING & EXAMS:  All work must be shown in order to receive credit.  This holds for all exams including the final, all quizzes, and homework.  Important note:  If no work is shown, you may receive zero credit even if your answer is correct. HW may be graded quickly based upon completeness and correctness. You are responsible for checking your answers. 2 exams and a final will be given.  Dates and locations TBA.  You are required to bring identification to all exams.   You are required to pick up your exams and keep them until the end of the semester.  The final exam will be cumulative.  The final is tentatively set for 2:15 P.M. Monday, May 12 2008. This could change, however, when the firm Final Exam Schedule comes out later in the semester. If there is a mistake in grading, you must report this mistake within one week from when the exam, homework, etc. has been handed back to the class (whether or not you picked up your exam, homework, etc). Your grades will be posted on ICON. 

Attendance and absences: Your attendance at each scheduled class meeting and discussion section is expected.  You are  responsible for material covered in class and announcements made during class; these may include changes in the syllabus. Absences from exams will require a compelling reason, and must be arranged with your instructor in advance.

You may collaborate with other students on the homework;   however, each individual student is responsible for turning in your own homework in your own words.  Copying is not collaboration and will be prosecuted under scholastic dishonesty.  Any significant collaboration should be acknowledged.

The University policies on scholastic dishonesty will be strictly enforced.

Policy on Scholastic Dishonesty: Students who violate University rules on scholastic dishonesty are subject to disciplinary penalties, including the possibility of failure in the course and/or dismissal from The University. Since such dishonesty harms the individual, all students and the integrity of The University, policies on scholastic dishonesty will be strictly enforced.

Notes to Student:
1.) The Department of Mathematics has offices in 14 MLH. To make an appointment to speak with the chair of the department, call 335-0714 or contact the Departmental Secretary in 14 MLH.

Procedure for Student Complaints: If you have any complaints or concerns about his course, I ask that you discuss them with me or the TA. If we cannot resolve the matter to your satisfaction and you wish to take the matter further, you may contact the Chair of the Mathematics Department in 14 MLH. Complaints should be brought to the attention of the instructor, department, and, if necessary, the associate dean, as soon as possible. Only in extraordinary cases may a complaint procedure begin six months after the time of the incident. For a full description of this policy see the College's Student Academic Handbook, http://www.clas.uiowa.edu.

2.) I would like to hear from anyone who has a disability which may require seating modifications or testing accommodations or accommodations of other class requirements, so that appropriate arrangements may be made. Please contact me during my office hours.

This course is given by the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. This means that class policies on matters such as requirements, grading, and sanctions for academic dishonesty are governed by the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. For the full policy on academic dishonesty, see the Student Academic Handbook found on the College's website, http://www.clas.uiowa.edu. Students wishing to add or drop this course after the official deadline must receive the approval of the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Details of the University policy of cross enrollments may be found at: http://www.uiowa.edu/~provost/deos/crossenroll.doc.

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The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Policies

Administrative Home of the Course
The administrative home of this course is the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, which governs academic matters relating to the course such as the add/drop deadlines, the second-grade-only option, issues concerning academic fraud or academic probation, and how credits are applied for various graduation requirements. Different colleges may have different policies. Students with questions about these or other CLAS policies should speak with an academic advisor or with the staff in 120 Schaeffer Hall. Also see the CLAS Academic Handbook: www.clas.uiowa.edu/students/academic_handbook/index.shtml

Academic Fraud
The University expects the highest level of integrity from its students. All forms of plagiarism and any other activities that result in a student presenting work that is not his or her own are academic fraud. All academic fraud is reported to the departmental DEO and then to the Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Services. See Academic Fraud at www.clas.uiowa.edu/students/academic_handbook/ix.shtml

Making a Suggestion or a Complaint
Students have the right to be involved with their academic community and to make suggestions or complaints. Students are encouraged to visit with the instructor, with the course supervisor, and with the departmental DEO, showing a high level of responsibility and involvement in their own education. Please keep in mind that complaints must be made as soon as possible and always within six months of a specific incident. For more information visit, Student Complaints at www.clas.uiowa.edu/students/academic_handbook/ix.shtml#5

Accommodations for Disabilities
The University upholds actions of diversity and inclusion. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, instructors provide reasonable academic accommodations for qualified students with disabilities. Students seeking academic accommodations first register with Student Disability Services and meet with a counselor in that office who reviews documentation and determines eligibility for services. Students approved for accommodations arrange to meet privately with course instructors. Visit Student Disability Services at www.uiowa.edu/~sds/

Understanding Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment is reprehensible and will not be tolerated by the University. It subverts the mission of the University and threatens the well-being of students, faculty, and staff. Visit this site (http://www.sexualharassment.uiowa.edu/) for definitions, assistance, and the full University policy.

Reacting Safely to Severe Weather
If a tornado or other severe weather is indicated by the National Weather Service radar, the UI outdoor weather sirens will sound. The class will seek appropriate shelter immediately, continuing class if possible when the event is over.

Important University of Iowa Deadlines for Off-Cycle Courses
(Note: Use only for off-cycle courses. To find the deadlines for a particular course, visit this Registrar site and type in the course number and title: www.registrar.uiowa.edu/more/coursedeadlines.aspx)
Since this course begins or ends at a time different from other courses, please be aware of these deadlines:
Last day to add:
Last day to drop:

 

 

 

*The CLAS policy statements have been summarized from the web pages of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.