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MATH1014: Introduction to Linear Algebra

2023 unit information

This unit is an introduction to Linear Algebra. Topics covered include vectors, systems of linear equations, matrices, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Applications in life and technological sciences are emphasised.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Mathematics and Statistics Academic Operations

Code MATH1014
Academic unit Mathematics and Statistics Academic Operations
Credit points 3
Prerequisites:
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None
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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MATH1002 or MATH1902
Assumed knowledge:
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Coordinate geometry, basic integral and differential calculus, polynomial equations and algebraic manipulations, equivalent to HSC Mathematics

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. represent vectors both algebraically and geometrically in R2 and R3
  • LO2. perform operations on vectors (addition, scalar multiplication, dot and cross products)
  • LO3. find equations of lines and planes in R3
  • LO4. perform arithmetic operations in Zn
  • LO5. understand how to use a check digit code vector
  • LO6. solve systems of linear equations using Gaussian elimination
  • LO7. set up systems of linear equations to model real-world situations
  • LO8. add and multiply matrices, and be able to find inverses
  • LO9. find a steady-state vector for a Markov process
  • LO10. understand how Leslie matrices are used to model population growth
  • LO11. calculate eigenvalues and eigenvectors of 2 × 2 and 3 × 3 matrices.

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Intensive January 2020
Block mode Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
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Semester 2 2020
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Intensive February 2021
Block mode Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Intensive February 2021
Block mode Remote
Semester 2 2021
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2021
Normal day Remote
Intensive January 2022
Block mode Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
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Semester 2 2022
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2022
Normal day Remote
Intensive January 2023
Block mode Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Intensive January 2023
Block mode Remote

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