Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description The purpose of this module is to introduce students to matrix algebra and linearity. In this module students will gain a sound grasp of elementary linear algebra, and fundamental computational skills; it lays the foundations for further courses in linear algebra, calculus, probability and statistics. The module is aimed at students who have recently completed Leaving Certificate Honours Mathematics. The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, and tutorials facilitated by a tutor. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. demonstrate computational skills by solving wide range of drill problems involving topics in the indicative syllabus 2. state selected definitions and theorems related to the indicative syllabus 3. solve exercises that test understanding of these definitions and theorems 4. explain arguments used to prove selected theorems in special cases | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Matrices and linear equationsMatrix algebra; invertibility; vectors; lines and planes; Gaussian elimination; elementary matrices and Gauss-Jordan method forfinding inverse; diagonal, triangular, symmetric and Hermitian matrices; triangular decompositions; symmetric positive and negative definite matricesGeometryLines, planes, triangles, parallelogramsDeterminantsDeterminants by cofactor expansion; evaluating determinants using row and column operations; properties of determinants; adjugate; finding inverses; criteria involving principal minors for testing positive and negativeness | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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Date of Last Revision | 18-JUN-08 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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