COURSE INFO

SCHEDULE

SYLLABUS

HOMEWORK

OFFICE HOURS

Course description: The course will begin with a rigorous study of systems of linear equations and matrix manipulations. We will continue with a thourough study of vector spaces and linear transformations. The course will have a fair number of applications, but will be very heavy on theory as well. Click here for a more detailed schedule

Instructor: Barry Balof

Office: 236 Olin Hall

Location: 245 Olin Hall Time: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 1-1:50 PM

Textbook: Linear Algebra and Its Applications (Update) by David Lay

Homework: Homework will be posted here . Homework will be assigned daily and collected weekly. So much of learning anything in mathematics is dependent on reading and working through examples. Therefore, it is recommended that you attempt all problems assigned, not just those that will be collected. I try and devote the first few minutes of each class period to answering specific questions, so don't be afraid to try many many problems.

Tests: This class will have biweekly quizzes (every other Friday), as well as a midterm and a final. As some of the problems will take more time than what you may be used to, there will frequently be in-class and take-home components to the quizzes and exams. The Midterm will be Wednesday-Friday March 10-12 The final, as scheduled by the registar's office, is Saturday, May 15, from 2-4 PM. Please make your travel plans accordingly!!

Grading: Grades will be assigned on a rougly 90-80-70 scale, with grades weighted as follows.

Midterm Examination	20 %
Final Examination	30 %
Quizzes	30 %
Homework & Class Participation	20 %

I will drop your lowest homework and 'halve' your lowest quiz.

Academic Honesty: Students are allowed, and in fact, strongly encouraged, to collaborate on homework assignments. However, the work that you turn in must be your own. No copying from any source! Exams will be closed book, closed notes, and closed colleague.

Special Needs: Any student with a disability for whom special accommodations would be helpful is encouraged to discuss this with the professor as soon as possible.