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The course structure consists of reading, lectures, discussion, and homework. There will also be two exams.

• I list reading first, because I expect you to do it before lecture. You'll get a lot more out of lecture if you already have some idea what's going on. Reading assignments for each week are listed in the Syllabus. The texts and other books are described here.

• Lectures are Tu-Th 9:00 - 10:20 AM in 136 Loomis. I'll try to keep you awake.

• Each of you signed up for a discussion section (Tuesday 7-8 PM or Wednesday 8-9 PM) in 143 Loomis. The primary focus will be to work on problems related to the week's material. You may have an opportunity to discuss homework, although The TA willl not solve homework problems for you. Discussion is required; participation is 10% of your grade.

• There will be a homework assignment each week. It is due (in the P486 box) by 5 PM on Friday. Homework assignments are posted on the Syllabus. Solutions will be posted there as well. Homework is 45% of your grade.
  There will be a 50% penalty for late homework. Late homework may be submitted until 5 PM the following Monday. Homework will not be accepted after that.

• The midterm exam will be in class (March 8). It is 15% of your grade.
  The final exam will be 1:30 - 4:30 PM on Friday, May 6. It is 30% of your grade.

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