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Math 3607 – Autumn 2021

Beginning Scientific Computing (Distance Learning)

Course Objectives

“Math 3607 is a course which has three main goals: it introduces students to MATLAB (or improves their knowledge of MATLAB); it uses MATLAB to solve practical problems from various areas of mathematics, physics, engineering, business, and finance; and it presents the numerical analysis needed to use MATLAB effectively. The principle underlying this course is that the way to learn MATLAB and numerical analysis is by doing it, not by reading about it. This course is taught in a computer lab and MATLAB will be used to some extent every class.”

– Math Department Course Description

Prerequisites

You should know basic linear algebra (2568 or honors) and basic ODEs (2415 or 2255 or honors) for this course. We do not assume that you have any knowledge of MATLAB or any other programming or scripting language.

Texts

● Learning MATLAB and Numerical Analysis Through Examples, by Overman.

● Numerical Computing with MATLAB, by Moler.

● Fundamentals of Numerical Computation, by Driscoll and Braun. (web-version)

In addition, all lecture slides and notes will be provided.

Online Lectures (asynchronous)

This course is run in Distance Learning mode and so all lectures will be delivered asynchronously; links to pre-recorded lecture videos will be provided on Carmen.

Office Hours and Q&A Board

Office hours will be held virtually via Carmen Zoom on MT 2:30PM – 4:00PM. Office hour Zoom sessions will not be recorded. In addition, Carmen discussion board will be open for anyone to initiate course-related academic discussions.

Technology Requirements

● General Computing Environment. You are required to have an access to a computer with a stable internet connection as all aspects of the course will be conducted online. Homework, online quizzes, and exams will be turned in via Carmen. You are responsible for maintaining your web browser and internet connection compatible with these course tools.

● Handwritten Work to PDF. You are required to have some means to convert your hand-written work into a .pdf file in order to prepare some of your assignments for online submission. This can be done, for example, using a note-taking app on a tablet device or scanning your work using a cell-phone scanner app.

● MATLAB. As MATLAB is an integral part of this course, you will need access to it both during and outside of virtual classes. You may download a copy of the software by following the instructions at http://ocio.osu.edu/software/. You are responsible for backing up your work regularly using a reliable method of your choice.

Course Grade

Your grade will be based on your performance on the following assignments:

Quizzes. (10%) There will be 11 weekly quizzes. They are to be taken through Carmen and due on (most) Fridays by 10PM. Two lowest scores will be dropped in the calculation of the course grade. Each quiz covers materials presented over the week and consists of various types of problems such as multiple choice, multiple select, true-or-false, short answers, or free responses. A quiz may include questions asking for non-academic aspects of the course, e.g., your online learning experience, feedback on asynchronous instruction, and so on.

Homework. (25%) There will be 11 weekly homework assignments. Every Tuesday evening, homework is posted on Carmen, and it is due the following Tuesday by 10PM. Two lowest scores will be dropped in the calculation of the course grade. Parts or all of an assignment may need be prepared and exported to a pdf file (or files) using MATLAB. A detailed instruction on formatting and submitting homework will be given in a lecture/tutorial video.

Exams. (65%) There will be 4 exams throughout the semester, the last of which is considered the final exam. Each exam consists of mathematical as well as programming components. You will be given 48 hours to complete each exam. The due dates and weights of the exams are shown in the table below.

By the nature of the course, all exams will be cumulative, but will focus primarily on the material discussed most recently. Further details on exams or exam-specific policies will be released closer to the exam dates.

Grading Scale

These grading cutoffs will never be raised, but could be adjusted at the end of the semester. In-dividual assignments, including exams, will not be curved; no email inquiries about this matter will be answered.

E-mail Communication

I will only respond to class-related emails sent from your university email account. In addition, please keep in mind the following:

● Send your email to kim.3562@osu.edu, not [email protected]. It is absolutely important that you remember this because the account ending "buckeyemail.osu.edu" ac-count is unattended.

● In the subject line of your email, include the course number (Math 3607) so that I know to respond in an appropriate time frame.

● Do not send attachments without first discussing it with me. It is sufficient to send the attachment in a separate email after describing it in a prior email.

Plagiarism

Plagiarism will not be tolerated, especially when it comes to code. Do not copy your code from other students, online sources, or anyone else, and do not give your code to anyone else to copy. You may however discuss problems with other students and render help in debugging.

Exceptions: you are permitted to use code from the textbook or presented during class, but you must still be able to explain how it is supposed to work.

Academic Misconduct Statement

It is the responsibility of the Committee on Academic Misconduct to investigate or establish pro-cedures for the investigation of all reported cases of student academic misconduct. The term “academic misconduct” includes all forms of student academic misconduct wherever committed; illustrated by, but not limited to, cases of plagiarism and dishonest practices in connection with examinations. Instructors shall report all instances of alleged academic misconduct to the commit-tee (Faculty Rule 3335-5-48.7). For additional information, see the Code of Student Conduct at https://studentlife.osu.edu/csc/.

Ownership of Course Recordings

Ownership of course recordings and other materials (including exams and problem sets) and as-sociated distribution rights shall be governed by the University Intellectual Property Policy for instructional works created by faculty or staff. Distribution of these works outside the context of the course may only be done with the express written permission of the relevant course instructor, and must comply with federal, state, and OSU student privacy rule and guidelines, including OSU Carmen terms of use.

Mental Health Statement

As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concen-trating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student’s ability to participate in daily activities. The Ohio State University offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus via the Office of Student Life’s Counseling and Consultation Service (CCS) by visiting https://ccs.osu.edu or calling 614-292-5766. CCS is located on the 4th Floor of the Younkin Success Center and 10th Floor of Lincoln Tower. You can reach an on call counselor when CCS is closed at 614-292-5766 and 24 hour emergency help is also available through the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK or at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

Sexual Misconduct Statement

Title IX makes it clear that violence and harassment based on sex and gender are Civil Rights offenses subject to the same kinds of accountability and the same kinds of support applied to offenses against other protected categories (e.g., race). If you or someone you know has been sexually harassed or assaulted, you may find the appropriate resources at https://titleix.osu.edu or by contacting the Ohio State Title IX Coordinator, Kellie Brennan, at [email protected].

Diversity Statement

The Ohio State University affirms the importance and value of diversity in the student body. Our programs and curricula reflect our multicultural society and global economy and seek to provide opportunities for students to learn more about persons who are different from them. We are com-mitted to maintaining a community that recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person; fosters sensitivity, understanding, and mutual respect among each member of our com-munity; and encourages each individual to strive to reach his or her own potential. Discrimination against any individual based upon protected status, which is defined as age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status, is prohibited.