MATH 24, Spring 2003
Linear Algebra-Honors Section
Syllabus
Course description: This course will introduce the basic concepts of Linear Algebra, to include vector spaces, linear transformations, matrix algebra, determinants, diagonalization, eigenvectors and eigenvalues, inner product spaces, and canonical forms.
Instructor: Barry Balof
Office: 1T Bradley Hall
Location: Bradley 103 Time: MWF 10:00-11:05 Th 12:00-12:50
Textbook: Linear Algebra, 4th Ed., by Friedberg, Insel, and Spence
Homework: Homework will be posted here
As a courtesy to the grader, please staple your homework.
LATE HOMEWORK IS NOT PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON.
Your two lowest daily assignment grades will be dropped in figuring your final grade.
Tests: This class will have three exams.
First exam: April 17thth
Second exam: May 15thth
Grading: Grading will be done on a 600 point scale, with points accumulated throughout the term as follows:
Midterm Examination 1 |
150 points |
Midterm Examination 2 |
150 points |
Final Examination |
200 points |
Homework Assignments |
100 points |
Total |
600 points |
Honor Principle: Dartmouth students are expected to adhere to the honor principle. In this course that means that while homework can and should be worked on and discussed with others, the work you hand in must be your own. No copying from any source! Tests will be closed book and closed notes. No collaboration is allowed on these tests.
Special Needs: Any student with a disability for whom special accommodations would be helpful is encouraged to discuss this with the instructor as soon as possible.
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