Mathematics 18A

Multivariable Calculus for Social Sciences (125396)

Roderic Guigo Corominas

2024 Fall (4 Credits)

Schedule: MWF 0900 AM - 1015 AM

Instructor Permissions: None

Enrollment Cap: n/a

Focuses on concepts and techniques of multivariable calculus most useful to those studying the social sciences, particularly economics. Topics include functions of several variables, partial derivatives, linear approximation, multiple integrals, gradient, differential equations, mathematical modeling, constrained and unconstrained optimization, including the method of Lagrange multipliers. Covers topics from Mathematics 21a most useful to social science, adding a modeling component to it.

Course Notes:

Mathematics 21b can be taken before or after Mathematics 18. Examples draw primarily from economics and the social sciences, though Mathematics 18 may be useful to students in certain natural sciences. Students whose main interests lie in the physical sciences, mathematics, or engineering should consider Math 21a or Applied Math 22a.

Recommended Prep:

Mathematics 1b or equivalent, or a 5 on the BC Advanced Placement Examination in Mathematics.

Requirements:

Anti-Requisite: Not to be taken in addition to Mathematics 21a or Applied Mathematics 22a

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