Math 254, Summer 16 INTRO TO LINEAR ALGEBRA Course Syllabus CRN 68458, Class: MS 120, MTWTH 2:20 PM - 3:45 PM Contact Information: Name: Moe Ebrahimi Email: [email protected] Office: MS 215-U Textbook: Elementary Linear Algebra, 7th edition, by Larson Homework: Homework will be assigned on in the classroom and will not be collected. Students ca receive extra credit if submit all homework at the end of the semester. Exams: There will be two Exams given during the lecture on certain days (announced in class, Sorry No calculators). Final Exam: The final examination will be held at the last day of classes (Sorry No calculators). Grading: Your course grade will be determined by your cumulative average at the end of the term and will be based on the following scale: A (above 90%), B (above 80%), C (above 60%) Note: Instructor may adjust the scale based on his or her class' cumulative averages. Your cumulative average will be the best of the following weighted averages: 20% (Attendance), 40% (Exams), 40% (Final Exam). NO "D" NOR “I” WILL BE GIVEN. Attendance: If you miss the class more than three times you will be dropped from the class! Prerequisite: MATH 151 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent. Catalog Description: MATH 254 Introduction to Linear Algebra This course serves as an introduction to the theory and applications of elementary linear algebra, and is the basis for most upper division courses in mathematics. The topics covered in this course include matrix algebra, Gaussian Elimination, systems of equations, determinants, Euclidean and general vector spaces, linear transformations,orthogonality and inner product spaces, bases of vector spaces, the change of basis theorem, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, the rank and nullity of matrices and of linear

transformations. This course is intended for the transfer student planning to major in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, operational research, economics, or other sciences. (FT). Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities. UC Transfer Course List. Student Learning Outcomes:
 Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to: 
 1 - Students will find the basis for the kernel of a linear transformation for a given matrix.
 2 - Students will be able to orthogonally diagonalize a 3x3 symmetric matrix.
 3 - Students will be able to find bases for the three fundamental subspaces of a matrix (rowspace, colspace, and nullspace). Reading: Reading the sections of the textbook corresponding to the assigned homework exercises is considered part of the homework assignment; you are responsible for material in the assigned reading whether or not it is discussed in the lecture. It will be expected that you read the assignment material in advance of each lecture. Calculators: Calculator use will not be permitted on exams. Graphing calculators (such as the TI-86 or TI-89) may prove useful in checking solutions to some of the homework problems, but they are not required for the course. Lecture: Attending the lecture is a fundamental part of the course; you are responsible for material presented in the lecture whether or not it is discussed in the textbook. You should expect questions on the exams that will test your understanding of concepts discussed in the lecture. Academic Dishonesty: Academic dishonesty is considered a serious offense at Mesa College. Students caught cheating will face an administrative sanction which may include suspension or expulsion from the college.