MA 351
Elementary Linear Algebra
S Y L L A B U S
Office: KT 290, tel. (260) 481-6382
Ofice hours: MW
10:30-11:00 and 4:00-4:30 p.m.; TR 10:00-10:30 a.m.
Book: Elementary Linear Algebra by Howard Anton, 9th ed.2
Course description: MA 351 is an introductory course in
Linear Algebra and its Applications. I will cover Chapters 1-7 from the book. The
topics are systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector
spaces, and eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Different applications
will be discussed. As a tool we shall use the Computer Algebra System Maple.
Grading: There will be 7 graded homework
assignments and 3 quizzes, three hourly tests, and a Final exam.
Quizzes + Graded Homework - 100
pts.
3 tests - 300 pts
Final - 150 pts
The grading scale is given
below:
A 90 -100%;
B 80-89%;
C 70-79%;
D 60-69%