Math 45 --- Linear Algebra

Math 45: Linear Algebra

Catalogue Description

The use and application of matrices in the solution of systems of linear equations, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, diagonalization, and orthogonality. Linear algebra is a core course in many engineering, physics, mathematics, and computer science programs.

Special notes or advisories: Computer exploration is an integral component of this course. Students will also create and present oral and written analyses of a topic that requires use of the concepts and techniques learned in this course.

Prerequisites

Math 30 (or equivalent) and Math 25 (or equivalent) with a grade of "C" or better, or appropriate score on assessment exam.

Describe representative skills without which the student would be highly unlikely to succeed: Students must be well-grounded in both college algebra and trigonometry to be successful in this course.

Course Outline

The official course outline for Linear Algebra, including content, objectives, and student learning outcomes, can be viewed online via the following link:

Math 45 Course Outline

Instructor Syllabus: Professor David Arnold

The Instructor's Syllabus details how the instructor intends to fullfill the outcomes and objectives detailed in the Course Outline. Classroom policies, textbook information, policies on grading, etc., can all be found in Intructor's Syllabus at the following link:

Math 45 Instructor Syllabus

Assignments: Professor David Arnold

Assignments for the course can be found at the following link. Be sure to visit often, as the content of the assignment page will be upgraded daily throughout the duration of the course.

Math 45 Assignments

Examinations: Professor David Arnold

Examinations for the course will be posted on this page. Visit frequently as this page will be constantly updated throughout the duration of the course.

Math 45 Examinations

Sample Solutions for Past Editions of Strang

You can find partial solutions and hints to exercises in past editions of Strang at:

Exercise Solutions from Past Editions of Strang

Caution: These problems are keyed to the second and third edition of the text, but the list will grow as we add solutions and hints from the fourth edition.