MAT 211

MAT 211
Introduction to
Linear Algebra

MAT 211 provides a basic, self-contained introduction to linear algebra and its applications. This subject-matter is now an essential tool throughout mathematics, the sciences, and enginnering.

Topics covered will include:

systems of linear equations;
vectors and vector spaces;
bases and dimension;
inner products;
applications to geometry;
linear transformations;
determinants; as well as
eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

Textbook: Anton and Rorres,
Elementary Linear Algebra
(Applications Version),
Wiley, 8th Edition, 2000,
ISBN 0-471-17052-6.

The $124 version offered by the bookstore comes shrink-wrapped together with the eGrade Student Learning Guide, which includes an access code which is needed to do the required web-homework assignments.

However, you are free to purchase a cheaper, used copy of the textbook from any source, and then buy the eGrade Guide (ISBN 0-471-22628-9) separately. We believe the bookstore is selling these for about $20. If the bookstore seems to be out of the guides,ask to speak to Eric Olivieri, who may have access to a supply of copies which are not out on the shelves; this information may be out of date however.

Prerequisites:

C or higher in AMS 151 or Mat 131 or 141; or
co-registration in MAT 126; or
level 7 on the mathematics placement examination; or
or permission of the course coordinator.

For further information, click on the link below for the home-page of your own section:

Section 1: Michael Anderson
Lectures: MW, 2:20-3:40pm, in Physics P113.
Final Exam: Wednesday, May 19, 2:00-4:30pm

Section 2: Satyaki Dutta
Lectures: MW, 6:50-8:10pm, in Physics P111
Final Exam: Monday, May 17, 8:00-10:30pm.

The course coordinator, Michael Anderson, can be reached by e-mail at anderson@math.sunysb.edu.

The Math Learning Center, located in the Math Tower S-Level, S-240A may be a useful source of help if you have difficulties with your homework. For more information about the Math Learning Center, visit their web-site.

Americans with Disability Act: If you have a physical, psychiatric, medical, or learning disability that may affect your ability to carry out the assigned course work, please contact the office of Disabled Student Services (DSS), Educational Communications Center (ECC) Building, room 128, (631) 632-6748. DSS will review your concerns and determine what accommodations may be necessary and appropriate. All information and documentation of disability is confidential.

Students requiring emergency evacuation are encouraged to discuss their needs with their professors and Disabled Student Services. For procedures and information, go to the following website:

http://www.ehs.stonybrook.edu/fire/disabilities.asp

MAT 211 Introduction to Linear Algebra

MAT 211
Introduction to
Linear Algebra