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Course description

MATH 221 - INTRODUCTION TO MATRIX THEORY
Prerequisite: Math 176 or Math 182.
Modeling and applications are stressed throughout. Topics covered to solve and analyse these models are matrix algebra, systems of linear equations, determinants, vector algebra and geometry in Euclidean 3-space, eigenvalues, eigenvectors. The course will use Maple 9 for the computer lab.

Syllabus type information

Contact information for me is available here.

This class meets MWF from 8:00-8:50, in Wilson 1-147.

The lab for this class meets from 8:00-8:50, on Wednesday by announcement in Wilson 1-144.

The textbook for this class is the manuscript Matrix Theory and Modeling. Copies may be purchased at Cards 'n Copies in the SUB basement. The lab manual Maple for Matrix Theory and Modeling is also available there.

Grades for this class will be determined by three 100 point in class exams, three 50 point computer exams, and 200 points from homework and quizzes. Plus/minus grades will be used on your final grade.

Important dates

There are no classes on Jan-19 (MLK day),Feb 16 (Presidents day), the week of March 15-19 (Spring Break), and April 9 (University day).

All test dates are yet to be determined with the sole exception being that our last test will be during our assigned final exam time May 4, 4:00-5:50. All other exams will be announced in class and appear on this web-site when a day for them has been selected.

Make-up policy

Homework may be turned in late for a reduced score (extremely late work will have an extremely reduced score).

Quizzes are, under most circumstances, available only during the time that they are initially given.

Tests can be taken other than the scheduled time if arrangements are made in advance and a valid reason for not attending the scheduled time is provided. People that miss tests without prearranged excesses are not likely to be able to take that exam. There are, of course, exceptions for extraordinary circumstances.

Other information

A course calendar and/or a list of homework assignments will become available as the semester progresses. Also a listing of test dates when they are chosen. Once posted these items/dates may change so be sure to check them regularly.

Make sure to take a look at my office hours posted on my schedule and drop in if you have any questions. If those hours don't work for you you can always just stop by and maybe I'll be in, or you can schedule an appointment during any of my non-blocked out times.

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