Multivariable & Vector Calculus
Herbert GrossHerbert Gross's MIT lecture sequence covering vector algebra in R3, dot and cross products, lines and planes, vector-valued functions, polar kinematics, n-dimensional vector spaces, partial differentiation, and complex numbers.
Syllabus
13The "Game" of Mathematics: Introduction to Vector Arithmetic
An introduction to the fundamental concepts of vector arithmetic, presented as part of MIT's 'Calculus Revisited: Multivariable Calculus' course, laying the groundwork for higher mathematics.
"Arrow" Arithmetic: Vector Operations
Exploration of fundamental vector operations, conceptualized as 'arrow arithmetic,' a crucial component of multivariable calculus from the MIT OpenCourseWare archives.
Three-Dimensional Vectors
A detailed discussion on three-dimensional vectors, providing foundational insights for students advancing through multivariable calculus, as taught at MIT.
The Dot Product
An in-depth explanation of the dot product, a cornerstone of vector algebra and a critical tool in multivariable calculus, from MIT's foundational course materials.
The Cross Product
Unpack the intricacies of the cross product, an essential operation in vector algebra with significant applications in multivariable calculus, presented by MIT.
Equations of Lines and Planes
Examine the derivation and application of equations for lines and planes in three-dimensional space, a foundational element of multivariable calculus from MIT.
Vector Functions of a Scalar Variable
An introductory lecture from MIT's "Calculus Revisited" series, laying the groundwork for vector functions and their properties in multivariable calculus.
Tangential and Normal Vectors
This MIT lecture explores the concepts of tangential and normal vectors, fundamental tools for analyzing curves in higher dimensions within multivariable calculus.
Polar Coordinates
An MIT lecture introducing polar coordinates, providing an alternative framework for describing points and curves in the plane, essential for advanced calculus.
Vectors in Polar Coordinates
Extending the concept of polar coordinates, this MIT lecture delves into the representation and manipulation of vectors within this coordinate system.
n-Dimensional Vector Spaces
This MIT lecture initiates the study of partial derivatives by first establishing the foundational concepts of n-dimensional vector spaces.
Calculus of Several Variables
An MIT lecture extending single-variable calculus concepts to functions of several variables, introducing the framework for partial differentiation.
The Complex Numbers
This inaugural lecture introduces the fundamental algebraic structure of complex numbers, defining the imaginary unit 'i' and exploring operations such as addition, multiplication, and conjugation. The geometric representation in the complex plane is also established.












