OFFICE: SCC 140

OFFICE HOUR: 11:00-12:00 MWF

PHONE: 726-7179

EMAIL: zliu@d.umn.edu

LECTURE: 12:00-12:50pm, MWF, Engr 118

TEXTBOOK: Linear Algebra and Its Applications, 4th Edition, David C. Lay

CONTENT:

1. Chapter 1 Linear Equations in Linear Algebra (1.1-1.10)
2. Chapter 2 Matrix Algebra (2.1-2.9)
3. Chapter 3 Determinants (3.1-3.3)
4. Chapter 5 Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors (5.1-5.5)
5. Chapter 6 Orthogonality and Least Squares (6.1-6.2)
6. Chapter 7 Symmetric Matrices (7.1)

1. exam 1, 4th week (to be arranged) (20%)
2. exam 2, 9th week (to be arranged) (20%)
3. exam 3, 13th week (to be arranged) (20%)
4. final exam, 4:00--5:55pm, December 20, 2012 (20%)

GRADING SCALE:

1. 90-100 A
2. 80-89 B
3. 70-79 C
4. 60-69 D

REMARKS: (1)Tests must be taken at scheduled times. If a test is missed for a valid reason, then a make-up test can be arranged.
(2)Individuals who have any disability which might affect their ability to perform in the class are encouraged to inform the instructor at the start of the quarter. Adaptation of methods, materials or testing may be made to provide for equal participation.

Academic dishonesty tarnishes UMD's reputation and discredits the accomplishments of students. UMD is committed to providing students every possible opportunity to grow in mind and spirit. This pledge can only be redeemed in an environmenet of trust, honesty, and fairness. As a result, academic dishonesty is regarded as a serious offense by all members of the academic community. In keeping with this ideal, this course will adhere to UMD's Student Academic Integrity Policy, which can be found at http://www.d.umn.edu/assl/conduct/integrity. This policy sanctions students engaging in academic dishonesty with penalties up to and including expulsion from the university for repeat offenders.