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MAT 260 Linear Algebra
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This course gives the student an opportunity to make an in-depth investigation of a specialized area of mathematics which has widespread practical applications in the arts and sciences but still allows work with abstract concepts. Topics include the study of the properties of vectors spaces; matrix theory with applications using systems or equations and determinants; linear transformations and invariants under such mappings. PREREQUISITE: MAT 224.
Linear Algebra, 9th Edition, by Howard Anton.
HOMEWORK: Daily homework assignments will be given and you are expected to have assignments completed by the following class. Some assignments will be submitted for a grade. Periodic quizzes will also be given. These assignments and quizzes will be worth a total of 100 points.
EXAMS: There will be 3 exams during the semester. Each will be worth 100 points and will be announced at least one week in advance. If you have an emergency on the day of an exam, you must contact me immediately. “Make-up exams” are typically given during the last week of classes. There will be a cumulative final exam worth 150 points given on Friday May 9th from 8 am – 10 am.
COURSE GRADES:
The course grade will be based on your average out of a total of 550 possible points:
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100 points |
Assignments/Quizzes |
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300 points |
3 Exams |
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150 points |
Final Exam |
TUTORING: If you are having trouble in this course, it is important that you seek help immediately. Mathematics is a subject that builds upon itself and once you get lost, things will get progressively more difficult. I would be more than happy to help you during office hours or during another scheduled time. I also encourage you to work together with other students in the class. Please do not hesitate to seek help when you need it!
In accordance with University policy, you are expected to attend all classes. Attendance will be taken at every class. In the event that your course grade falls on the borderline between two letter grades, I will use your attendance record to determine whether or not to assign the higher grade.
