Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description This module will introduce students to the notions of vectors, matrices and linear maps in the context of Euclidean Space. The module aims to give students a working knowledge of the methods and applications of linear algebra. Applications will be chosen with their significance to the students disciplines in mind. Students will attend lectures on the course material and will work, independently, to solve problems on topics related to the course material. The students will have an opportunity to review their solutions, with guidance, at weekly tutorials. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. solve systems of linear equations. 2. perform various operations with vectors and matrices. 3. apply linear algebraic methods to geometic problems in 2 and 3 dimensions. 4. demonstrate an understanding of concepts by use of examples or counterexamples. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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
Systems of Linear EquationsIntroduction to Systems of Linear Equations, Gaussian Elimination, Consistent and Inconsistent Systems.MatricesMatrices and Matrix Operations, Square Matrices, Determinants, Inverses, More Systems of Linear EquationsVectorsVectors in the plane, Vectors in space, Applications to Geometry, n-component vectors, linear independence and bases, Gram-Schmidt Process Linear transformationsEigenvectorsEigenvalues, Eigenvectors and Diagonalization. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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Date of Last Revision | 09-JUN-10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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