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MATH361

This 3 credit course provides an introduction to linear algebra. Topics covered include systems of linear equations, matrices, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. The course aims to develop students' abilities to analyze and solve systems of linear equations, understand matrix algebra, analyze linear combinations of vectors, determine if sets of vectors are linearly independent or form a basis, and compute and apply eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Prerequisites include Calculus II or permission of the instructor. Student learning is assessed through quizzes, exams, projects, homework, and participation.

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MATH361

This 3 credit course provides an introduction to linear algebra. Topics covered include systems of linear equations, matrices, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. The course aims to develop students' abilities to analyze and solve systems of linear equations, understand matrix algebra, analyze linear combinations of vectors, determine if sets of vectors are linearly independent or form a basis, and compute and apply eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Prerequisites include Calculus II or permission of the instructor. Student learning is assessed through quizzes, exams, projects, homework, and participation.

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STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK

COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
CANTON, NEW YORK

MASTER SYLLABUS

COURSE NUMBER – COURSE NAME


MATH 361 – Linear Algebra

Created by: Daniel Gagliardi

Updated by: Daniel Gagliardi

Canino School of Engineering Technology

Department: Mathematics

Semester/Year: Fall 2018


A. TITLE: Linear algebra

B. COURSE NUMBER: MATH 361

C. CREDIT HOURS: (Hours of Lecture, Laboratory, Recitation, Tutorial, Activity)

# Credit Hours: 3
# Lecture Hours: 3 per week
# Lab Hours: per week
Other: per week

Course Length: 15 Weeks

D. WRITING INTENSIVE COURSE: Yes No

E. GER CATEGORY: None: Yes: GER 1 Mathematics


If course satisfies more than one: GER

F. SEMESTER(S) OFFERED: Fall Spring Fall & Spring

G. COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course is an introduction to the theory of finite dimensional abstract vector spaces and linear
transformations. Topics include: systems of linear equations, matrices, matrix algebra,
determinants and inverses, linear combinations and linear independence, abstract vector spaces,
change of basis and coordinates, inner product spaces, orthonormal bases. We also consider
linear transformations, isomorphisms, matrix representation of linear maps, eigenvalues and
eigenvectors, diagonalization and similarity. The applications include computer graphics,
Markov chains, chemistry, linear regression, network flow, electrical circuits, and differential
equations.

H. PRE-REQUISITES: None Yes If yes, list below:

Calculus II (MATH 162) or permission of the instructor

CO-REQUISITES: None Yes If yes, list below:


I. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: (see key below)

By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

Course Student Learning Outcome Program Student Learning GER ISLO & SUBSETS
[SLO] Outcome [If Applicable]
[PSLO]
Analyze and Solve systems of linear 3-Found Skills QTR
equations using augmented matrices

b. Develop an understanding of the algebra 3-Found Skills QTR


of matrices in order to solve applied and
theoretical problems using inverses of
matrices, determinants and other algebraic
operations.
Analyze linear combinations of vectors in 3-Found Skills QTR
Rn and identify sets of vectors that are
linearly independent
Determine if a set of vectors is a vector 3-Found Skills QTR
space, a subspace, or a basis for a vector
space
Compute eigenvalues and eigenvectors, 3-Found Skills QTR
determine if a matrix is diagonalizable, and
solve systems of linear ordinary differential
equations
KEY Institutional Student Learning Outcomes [ISLO 1 – 5]
ISLO ISLO & Subsets
#
1 Communication Skills
Oral [O], Written [W]
2 Critical Thinking
Critical Analysis [CA] , Inquiry & Analysis [IA] , Problem
Solving [PS]
3 Foundational Skills
Information Management [IM], Quantitative Lit,/Reasoning
[QTR]
4 Social Responsibility
Ethical Reasoning [ER], Global Learning [GL],
Intercultural Knowledge [IK], Teamwork [T]
5 Industry, Professional, Discipline Specific Knowledge and
Skills
*Include program objectives if applicable. Please consult with Program Coordinator
J. APPLIED LEARNING COMPONENT: Yes No

If YES, select one or more of the following categories:

Classroom/Lab Civic Engagement


Internship Creative Works/Senior Project
Clinical Placement Research
Practicum Entrepreneurship
Service Learning (program, class, project)
Community Service

K. TEXTS:

Introduction to Linear Algebra with Applications, Defranza/Gagliardi, Waveland Press,


First Edition, (2014).

L. REFERENCES:

None

M. EQUIPMENT: None Needed: A computer algebra system (such as Maple) will be


used when appropriate.

N. GRADING METHOD: A-F

O. SUGGESTED MEASUREMENT CRITERIA/METHODS:

• Quizzes
• Exams
• Projects
• Homework
• Participation

P. DETAILED COURSE OUTLINE:

I. Systems of Linear Equations and Matrices


1. Systems of linear equations
2. Matrices and elementary row operations
3. Matrix Algebra
4. The inverse of a square matrix
5. Determinants

II. Linear Combinations and Linear Independence


1. Vectors in Euclidean space
2. Linear Combinations
3. Linear Independence

III. Abstract Vector Spaces


1. Definition of a vector space
2. Subspaces
3. Basis and dimension
4. Coordinates and change of basis

IV. Linear Transformations


1. Linear transformations
2. The null space and range of a linear transformation
3. Isomorphisms
4. Matrix representation of linear transformations
6. Similarity

V. Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors

1. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors


2. Diagonalization
3. Diagonalize of Symmetric Matrices

VI. Inner product spaces (Optional)


1. The dot product on Euclidean spaces
2. Inner product spaces
3. Orthonormal bases and the Gram-Schmidt process
4. Orthogonal Complements

Q. LABORATORY OUTLINE: None Yes

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