2018 Spring Course Syllabus - Mathematics 2101.001
Course: Mathematics 2101.001.
Course Title: Linear Algebra.
Time: MWF 10:00-10:50.
Place: Wachman 407.
Instructor: John J. Schiller.
Instructor Office: Wachman 606.
Instructor Email: john.schiller@temple.edu
Instructor Phone: 215-202-7844.
Office Hours: MWF 8:00-8:50.
Prerequisites: Math 1042 with a grade of at least C, or its equivalent; co-requisite Math 2043.
Textbook: Elementary Linear Algebra with Applications, 9th ed., by Kolman and Hill, published by Pearson. A calculator with matrix reduction capability, e.g., a TI 83 or 84, will be needed.
Course Goals: To provide students with basic linear algebra concepts and techniques needed in applications and more advanced math courses.
Topics Covered: Linear equations and matrices, determinants, real vector spaces, inner product spaces, linear transformations and operators, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
Course Grading: The grade is based on six quizzes, two tests, and a comprehensive final exam. The quizzes count 10%, the lower test score 20%, the higher 30%, and the final exam 40%. Smart phones may not be used in quizzes, tests, and the final exam.
Exam Dates: Tentative quiz and test schedule: Q1-week 2, Q2-wk 4, T1-wk 5, Q3-wk 7, Q4-wk 9, T2-wk 10, Q5-wk 12, Q6-wk 14. The final exam is scheduled for Friday May 4, 8:00-10:00.
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