mat2lal linear algebra

LINEAR ALGEBRA

MAT2LAL

2019

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

Linear algebra is one of the cornerstones of modern mathematics. Simple geometrical ideas, such as lines, planes, rules for vector addition and dot products arise in many places, including calculus, signal processing, mechanics, differential equations and numerical analysis. This subject is an introduction to the mathematics which allows these geometrical ideas to be applied in non-geometrical contexts. Using the key ideas of linear independence and spanning sets we develop the notion of a basis for a vector space. The fact that the space of functions is a vector space lies at the heart of Fourier approximation.

SchoolSchool Engineering&Mathematical Sciences

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorPeter Van Der Kamp

Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG

Exchange StudentsYes

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites MAT1CLA or (MAT1NLA and MAT1CDE)

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsN/A

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Learning resources

Readings

Resource TypeTitleResource RequirementAuthor and YearPublisher
ReadingsPrinted subject text available from University BookshopPrescribed..

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

01. Perform calculations using vectors and matrices, including application of the Gaussian algorithm.

Activities:
Discussed and demonstrated in lectures. Related problems solved by students in practice classes. Assignment questions, with feedback.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)

02. Describe vector spaces, vector subspaces, and the linear maps between them in terms of bases.

Activities:
Discussed and demonstrated in lectures. Related problems solved by students in practice classes. Assignment questions, with feedback.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)

03. Apply the methods of linear algebra in applications including: Fourier approximations, differential equations, quadratic forms, and approximation.

Activities:
Discussed and demonstrated in lectures. Related problems solved by students in practice classes. Assignment questions, with feedback.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)

04. Communicate understanding of basic definitions and utilise them to prove elementary results in linear algebra.

Activities:
Discussed and demonstrated in lectures. Related problems solved by students in practice classes. Assignment questions, with feedback.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)

05. Communicate understanding of linear algebra using both words and precise mathematical symbolism.

Activities:
Mathematical writing is modelled in lectures and by use of model solutions to practice classes and assignments. Feedback is given on marked assignments on student's progress towards this ILO.
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)

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Start date between: and    Key dates

Bendigo, 2019, Semester 2, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorChristopher Lenard

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
5 fortnightly assignments (total 1500 word equiv)3004, 02, 03, 01, 05
One 3-hour examination7001, 02, 03, 04, 05

Melbourne, 2019, Semester 2, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPeter Van Der Kamp

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

PracticalWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
5 fortnightly assignments (total 1500 word equiv)3004, 02, 03, 01, 05
One 3-hour examination7001, 02, 03, 04, 05