Introduction
Vector Calculus is the study of the various derivatives and integrals of a scalar or vector function of the variables defining position ( , , ) and possibly also time . This Section considers functions of several variables and introduces scalar and vector fields.
Prerequisites
- be familiar with the concept of a function of two variables
- be familiar with the concept of partial differentiation
- be familiar with the concept of vectors
Learning Outcomes
- state the properties of scalar and vector fields
- work with a vector function of a variable
Contents
1 Functions of several variables and partial derivatives2 Vector functions of a variable
3 Scalar fields
4 Vector fields