Moraine Valley Community College Course Syllabus Date: August 22, 2011 Course Title: Linear Algebra Course

Number: MTH 210 Semester: Fall, 2011 I. A. B. C. D. E. F. G. Faculty Information Instructor: Office: Office Phone: Office Hours: Mailbox location: Instructors E-mail: Email Policy: Dr. Kristen R. Schreck D112 708-974-5614 M/W Noon 1:00 pm T/R 12:15 1:15 pm Also by appointment. D108 schreckk@morainevalley.edu (note the extra "k") 1) Students must use the e-mail account provided by MVCC as the official means of email communication for all business related to this course. Any email that does not come directly from your MVCC (username@student.morainevalley.edu) account may be filtered as spam or junk mail or will be deleted. 2) The subject line of all emails to the instructor must begin with the course number: MTH 210 or your emails may be deleted as spam.

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Course Identification Credit hours: 3 Total contact hours: Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Class meetings: M/W 1:00 pm 2:15 pm Room: D222 Prerequisite: MTH 151 (Calculus II) with a grade of C or better, or consent of the instructor. Catalog Description: Topics include vectors, vector spaces, matrices, determinants, matrix algebra, linear independence, linear transformations, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and applications of matrices and transformations. Approximately one-third of the course will involve the concept of mathematical proofs as applied to linear algebra. Textbooks/Supplies Required: Linear Algebra and Its Applications, 4th Edition, by David C. Lay, Pearson Addison-Wesley, Boston, MA, 2012. Required: Graphing calculator (TI-84 or similar). The use of calculators may be restricted on quizzes and exams.

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Learning Outcomes Systems of Linear equations, Matrices, and Determinants The student will: 1. write linear systems in matrix notation, perform elementary row operations on matrices, transform a matrix to row echelon form or reduced row echelon form and use Gauss-Jordan elimination to determine if a system of linear equations has no solution, one solution, or infinite solutions (existence/uniqueness of solutions). 2. perform the matrix operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication by a scalar, matrix multiplication, determine whether a matrix has an inverse, and, if so, find the inverse, be able to compute the determinant of a matrix using cofactor expansion, and find the transpose of a matrix. 3. use determinants, the inverse of a matrix, and matrix algebra to solve a system of linear equations. 4. transform a system of linear equations, vector equation, matrix equation, or augmented matrix into any of the three remaining forms. 5. solve application problems involving linear systems related to various fields. Vectors and Vector Spaces The student will: 1. define and explain for the n-dimensional vector space R n the concepts: vector vs. scalar, vector sum, scalar multiplication, zero vector, closure, subspace, linear combination, linear independence, spanning (or generating) set, basis and dimension of a vector space, row and column space, rank, and the null space 2. define and compute for vectors in two and three dimensional Euclidean space: dot (inner) product, vector length (norm), unit vector, angle between vectors, orthogonal vectors, orthonormal basis, orthogonal projection, and Gram-Schmidt orthogonalization process. 3. define and give the properties of a general vector space and a vector subspace. 4. write the general solution to a system of equations in parametric vector form and write a linear combination of vectors as the product of a matrix and a vector. Linear Transformations, Eigenvalues, and Eigenvectors The student will: 1. define and determine for general vector spaces: matrix representations of linear transformations, domain, range, kernel (null space), dimension, one-to-one, onto, isomorphic, inverse transformation, The Rank Theorem, matrix representation and change of basis transformations (for coordinate vector spaces). 2. define and compute for the vector space R n : eigenvalue, eigenvector, characteristic polynomial, characteristic equation, eigenspace, diagonalization of a matrix, and similarity. 3. solve application problems of vector spaces and transformations to various fields. 4. be able to put together a mathematical argument in order to deduce/prove simple facts about vectors, matrices, vector spaces and linear maps.

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Classroom Policies and Procedures Attendance: Students are expected to attend class regularly and punctually. Students are responsible for the material covered during the lecture as well as the material in the text. Participation during in-class activities and completion of all assigned work are expected and are essential to mastering the theory and concepts presented.

B. Cheating/Plagiarism: Mathematics Department Statement of Academic Integrity: The Department of Mathematics views upholding academic integrity as an integral part of student learning, classroom engagement, and ultimately, the production of student-generated work. The Mathematics Department believes adherence to the principles as stated in the MVCC Code of Academic Integrity preserves the value of assigned grades and other assessments. Instances of academic dishonesty compromise the development of problem-solving skills and other skills necessary for subsequent work in mathematics, depriving students of an authentic learning experience. Overall, we believe integrity in the mathematics classroom translates into ethical behavior beyond academia. Sanctions for violations of Academic Integrity in this course: Academic misconduct in the class includes, but is not limited to the following: Dishonest or deceptive behavior Inappropriate use of electronic devices Misuse of notes, books, etc. as defined by the instructor Violations of Academic Integrity will result in: Filing of the official Form for Academic Dishonesty form with the Dean of Science and Business. A grade of zero will be recorded on that particular assignment/exam - this grade of zero is never dropped. A repeated violation of academic integrity in this course will result in failure of the course (i.e., a grade of F will be issued). Please read the MVCC Code of Academic Integrity (Cheating/Plagiarism): http://www.morainevalley.edu/studentlife/policies/admissions.htm#Cheating C. Student Conduct: Each student is responsible for adhering to the Code of Student Conduct which is found at: http://www.morainevalley.edu/studentlife/judicial/code.html D. Cell Phones: Faculty, staff, students, and college visitors may not use and must silence cellular phones, pagers, and other communication devices in all instructional areas which include: all classrooms and labs during instructional sessions, the Library, the Testing Center (B101), and other areas so designated by the college.

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Course Withdrawal: A student who does not officially withdraw from this course will receive a grade of F which will become a part of the students permanent record. The course withdrawal date is listed in the attached General Information Sheet at the end of this syllabus. Testing Center: The Testing Center will not be used for this course. Resources/Tutoring: It is your responsibility to see the instructor if you are having difficulty mastering the objectives in this course. Please do not delay in seeking help. If you cannot make the scheduled office hours, please arrange a special appointment. There is free tutoring by mathematics faculty and qualified students available in the Tutoring Center (L200) on a walk-in basis. Forming study groups outside of class is encouraged. Study groups have proven to be of great help to many students taking this course. Grading Policies Homework: Homework will be assigned each time the class meets and discussed during the following class session. Homework will not be collected, it is meant to reinforce the concepts presented during each class. Students are expected to try and work through all of the assigned homework problems and come to class with questions on the assigned problems. Homework questions not answered during class time should be pursued by students outside of class during scheduled office hours. Homework problems are assigned to help students assess their level of understanding and mastery of the course material. Most homework assignments include exercises from several difficulty levels. Students are encouraged to keep notebooks of their solutions to homework problems. Even incorrect solutions can be beneficial if one can isolate where or when the solution went astray. You are also encouraged to discuss the homework problems with your fellow classmates and to work together to communicate mathematics and various learning approaches with each other.

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Quizzes: There will be four quizzes given throughout the semester. Each quiz will be worth 30 points. No make-up quizzes will be given. Missed quizzes will earn a score of zero. The lowest quiz score will be dropped. Projects: There will be projects involving Sage (a free open-source program for doing mathematics) and Maple (a computer algebra system, CAS) given throughout the semester. Collectively, the projects will be worth a total of 100 points. Ample time will be given to complete each project. Projects handed in late will be given zero credit. Exams: There will be three chapter exams worth 100 points each. No make-up exams will be given. Missed exams will earn a score of zero. If the final exam score is higher than the lowest chapter exam score, then the final exam score will be used in place of that exam score.

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Final Exam: The final exam will be worth 150 points. The final exam is comprehensive and will be based on the topics covered in the textbook, assigned homework problems, in-class activities, and the projects. There is no make-up if you miss the final exam. The final exam score is never dropped. If you miss the final exam for any reason, a zero will be recorded as the final exam score. E. Grades: Grades will be based on the following: Grade Scale: A 90% and above B 80 89.9% C 70 79.9% D 60 69.9% F below 60% VII. Grade Distribution: Quizzes (best 3 of 4) Sage/Maple Projects Exams (3) Final Exam 90 pts 100 pts 300 pts 150 pts

Course Schedule Fall 2011 The following is a tentative schedule and may be adjusted during the semester to accommodate the needs of the course. Homework is assigned at the end of every class (see separate document).

Week Sections Covered in Text 1 Syllabus and Introduction, 1.1, 1.2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1.3, 1.4 No Class 9/5 (Labor Day), 1.5, Quiz 1 1.7 Exam 1 on 9/14 1.8, 1.9 1.9 (finish), 2.1, 2.2 2.3, 3.1 Quiz 2 3.2 Exam 2 on 10/12 4.1 4.2, 4.3 4.4, 4.5

Week Sections Covered in Text 12 4.6 Quiz 3 13 14 15 16 17 5.1, 5.2 Exam 3 on 11/16 5.3 No Class 11/23 (Thanksgiving Break 11/23 11/25) 5.3 (finish), 6.1, 6.2 Quiz 4 6.3, 6.4 (with short discussion of Least Squares Method from 6.5) Final Exam Date/Time: Wednesday, December 14th Noon 1:50 pm, Room: D222

Note: Sections 1.6, 1.10, 3.3 & 6.5 may be covered as time permits and/or as part of the Sage or Maple Projects.