Matrix Theory · Spring 2022
MAS 2103
Course Information
- CourseMAS 2103-006
- DepartmentDepartment of Mathematical Sciences
- Credit Hours3
- CRN21480
- PrerequisitesMAC 2311, MAC 2233, or higher
- FormatFully online, asynchronous
Instructor
- InstructorZvi Rosen
- Emailrosenz@fau.edu
- Office HoursMonday 1:00–2:00 pm; Thursday 12:00–1:00 pm
- Office Hours AccessVia the Zoom tab on Canvas
Description
Matrix Theory studies matrices both as computational objects and as linear maps between vector spaces. Students will learn techniques such as Gaussian elimination, matrix multiplication and inversion, and will interpret matrices as geometric transformations including stretching, shrinking, and reflecting. Emphasis is placed on visualizing concepts such as rank, determinants, and eigenvalues, and on connecting numerical and geometric perspectives.
From the FAU Catalog: Vectors and vector spaces. Linear transformations and matrices. Rank and determinants. Systems of linear equations. Diagonalization. Characteristic values.
Most course business — including homework and quizzes — will be handled on the Canvas site.