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Linear algebra

Linear algebra

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Exercises

Course Description

We introduce basics of matrix theory and linear algebra. Emphasis is given to topics that will be useful in other technical disciplines. More specifically, we address systems of equations, vector spaces, determinants, eigenvalues and linear transformations.

Study Programmes

undergraduate
Military Engineering - study
(1. semester)

Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate fundamental skills contained in the course, such as matrix computation, solving linear systems of equations
  2. Learn basic terminology introduced in this course (vector, matrix, vector space, linear operator)
  3. Outline basic definitions and theorems
  4. Explain, connect and interpret basic concepts and theories from the course.
  5. Describe and use methods presented in the course.
  6. Illustrate problem by mathematical model and apply appropriate mathematical method
  7. Make conclusions by using logical reasoning (implication, contradiction, analogy)
  8. Apply mathematical reasoning adequately
  9. To think critically in solving problems
  10. Demonstrate an ability to communicate mathematics by team work, discussion and written material

Forms of Teaching

Lectures

The course is divided in two cycles, 2 hours of lessons per week.

Exercises

The course is divided in two cycles, 1 hour of exercises per week.

Independent assignments

Regular homeworks.

Week by Week Schedule

  1. Vectors. Inner and vector product.
  2. Matrices. Computations with matrices.
  3. Rank and inverse of a matrix.
  4. Systems of linear equations. Gaussian elimination method.
  5. Systems of linear equations.
  6. Determinants. Cramer rule.
  7. Lines and planes.
  8. Examination.
  9. Vector spaces.
  10. Vector spaces.
  11. Linear transformations.
  12. Applied linear algebra.
  13. Applied linear algebra.
  14. Linear algebra on a computer.
  15. Examination.

Literature

N. Elezović (1995.), Linearna algebra, Element, Zagreb
N.Elezović, A.Aglić (2003.), Linearna algebra, Zbirka zadataka, Element, Zagreb
G. Strang (2009.), Introduction to linear algebra, Wellesley - Cambridge Press, Wellesley
S. Lang (1986.), Introduction to linear algebra, Springer-Verlag, New York
K. Horvatić (1995.), Linearna algebra I, II i III, Sveučilište u Zagrebu, PMF, Matematički odjel, Zagreb

For students

General

ID 282200
  Winter semester
3.0 ECTS
L0 English Level
L1 e-Learning
30 Lectures
15 Exercises