MA-218 Linear Algebra
- ECTS Credits:
- 7.5
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Engineering and Science
- Course Leader:
- Rolf Tomas Nossum
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- Norwegian
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Bachelor's Programme in Mathematics
- Advanced Teacher Education level 8-13, 5-year Master's Programme
Teaching language
NorwegianRecommended prerequisites
MA-163
Course contents
Linear systems of equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, linear independence, bases, rank, linear transformations, eigenvalues, diagonalization. Applications.
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
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explain and use basic concepts, and also explain important results and relations between concepts in linear algebra
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use the most common methods in linear algebra and give reasons for why these methods work.
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deduce and prove results in linear algebra
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apply the theory of eigenvalues to discrete linear dynamical systems.
Examination requirements
Required assignments must be approved, see Canvas for more information.
Teaching methods
Lectures, work in small groups and compulsory assignemets.The course has an expected workload of around 200 hours.
Evaluation
The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.
Offered as Single Standing Module
Yes
Assessment methods and criteria
5-hour written examination. Graded assessment.
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| MA-213 – Linear Algebra | 7.5 |
| MA-185 – Linear Algebra | 7.5 |