ChE Tulsa University

MATH 4123 Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory
Option for Required Elective for ChE program

Catalog Description:  System of linear equations, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, finite dimensional vector spaces, and linear transformations with applications. Computational tools are used extensively. 

Prerequisites:  Math 2024 (Calculus II)

Corequisites:  None

Prerequisites by Topic:  Two semesters of calculus

Textbook:  Matrix Analysis and Applied Linear Algebra, by Carl D. Meyer

Other Required Material:  None

Course Objectives: The objective of this course is to present the contemporary theory and applications of linear algebra to students studying mathematics, engineering, or applied science at the postcalculus level supported by advanced computational tools.

Topics Covered:

1. Linear Equations
2. Rectangular Systems and Echelon Forms
3. Matrix Algebra
4. Vector Spaces
5. Norms, Inner Products, and Orthogonality
6. Determinants
7. Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors

Class/Laboratory Schedule:  Three fifty minutes classes per week.

Professional Component Contribution:  This course is college level mathematics.

Relationship to Program Outcomes:

• Outcome a:  This course requires the students to apply their knowledge of mathematics.

Prepared by:  Dr. Dale R. Doty