The lectures are mandatory, so there will be an attendance record.
At the beginning of a lecture, you will see a QR code. Scan it to complete the attendance form. This is also the place to submit your quiz answer (if there is a quiz). You can also use this form to give your feedback on this lecture. The QR code will appear again at the end of the lecture.
If you cannot attend, please contact me before the lecture to avoid losing attendance points.
There may or may not be a quiz during the lecture. Submit your answer through the attendance form.
Throughout the course, you will maintain a glossary of terms and results that you find difficult to digest or wish to remember. Add your thoughts on them, and whenever possible, include examples as well.
The glossary can be typed or handwritten, long or short, but it cannot be empty. The point is it is about your learning experience.
You are asked to share your glossary every month (before the exams). To do this, navigate to the Glossary page and upload a PDF file to Gradescope. Be aware of the due date.
You can use the glossary as an index to resources you need to solve problems in the exams.
There will be homework every week. Please turn in the homework on the due date. (If you need an extension, please ask before the due date.)
You are encouraged to discuss the problems with your peers (for example, on ED Discuss). However, you must write the homework by yourself using your words and acknowledge your collaborators.
The homework is expected to be typed using LaTeX.
Pay close attention to the presentation and the clarity of your reasoning. This course is writing-intensive.
List the references you have used in your answer. You should avoid using resources that solve the problem immediately.
To submit the homework, navigate to the Homework page and upload the compiled PDF file (not the .tex file) to Gradescope.
The Midterms will be given on Monday, Jan. 30th and Monday, Feb. 27th during the lecture times.
Please prepare draft papers before the exam.
You can use your glossary, notes, textbook, and homework during the exam. But you cannot discuss the problems with others. No digital devices are allowed during the exam.
The only results (theorems/lemmas) you’re allowed to use are either provided during the lectures or in the exercises/homework.
According to the registrar, the Final will be given on Thursday, March 23 12:00 – 3:00 PM.
You can look up your glossary, notes, textbook, and homework during the exam. But you cannot discuss the problems with others. No digital devices are allowed during the exam.
The only results (theorems/lemmas) you’re allowed to use are either provided during the lectures or in the exercises/homework.
If you have any questions, ask me or the TA.
You are welcome to ask me any questions during class and the office hours.
Besides those times, please contact me primarily via Canvas. I will reply within 24 hours during the weekdays. Contact me via email if and only if you haven’t received any response for a long time.
When you contact me, please provide as much information as possible on the subject you intend to discuss.
Never hesitate to reach out.
| the compiled PDF file: LaTeX Template.pdf | the source .tex file: LaTeX Template.tex |
Note that: to edit and compile the .tex file, you need to download it and upload it to an online or local IDE.
We will use online discussion tools such as discord. You are encouraged to collaborate and answer each other’s questions. You can find more details on Canvas.