Kent PearceOffice: Math 201-APhone: 742-2566Office Hours: Fixed Hours TRF 1:00 - 2:00Other HoursBy AppointmentWebsite:www.math.ttu.edu/~pearce/courses.shtmlLinear AlgebraMath 2360-001MA 111 MWF 10:00-10:50Text: Leon, Steven J.Linear Algebra with ApplicationsSeventh Ed., Prentice HallChapters:1(1-4), 2(1-3),3(1-6), 4(1-3), 5(1-3,5-6, 6(1-3)Learning ObjectivesMath 2360 satisfies the university core curriculum requirement in Mathematics: “Studentsgraduating from Texas Tech University should be able to demonstrate the ability to applyquantitative and logical skills to solve problems.” It meets the following TTU general educationstudent learning outcomes for mathematics that students will: 1. Apply arithmetic, algebraic, geometric, statistical and logical reasoning to solveproblems. 2. Represent and evaluate basic mathematical and/or logical information numerically,graphically, and symbolically. 3. Interpret mathematical and/or logical models such as formulas, graphs, tables andschematics, and draw inference from them. Students will develop skills in manipulating matrices and understand their relationships to linearsystems. They will develop an understanding of the concept of bases and vector spaces, as wellas, eigenvectors and eigenspaces.In particular, students will learn to: 1. recognize vector spaces, and compute their bases, 2. express a linear transformation as a matrix,3. perform basic matrix manipulations, and compute the determinant of a matrix,4. compute eigenvalues and eigenvectors,5. use the Gram-Schmidt process.Assessment of Learning Outcomes Assessment will be achieved through one or more activities, non-graded and graded, such as:attendance, class discussion, board work, electronic homework, examinations and otheroptional activities deemed appropriate by the instructor. It is important to note that theseassessments are for your learning benefit. Class grades will be assigned according to thefollowing rubric:GradingIn Class Tests: 300 pts.3 Exams @ 100 pts.Dates: Sep 28, Oct 21, Nov 18WeBWorK: 150 pts.6 Electronic Homework @ 25 pts.Dates: Sep 11, Sep 25, Oct 16, Oct 30, Nov 13, Dec 04Web Address: http://webwork.math.ttu.edu/webwork2/f09kpearcem2360Final Exam: 200 pts.ComprehensiveDate: Tuesday, 15 Dec, 7:30 amGrade Total 650 pts.Grading Scale A...100% - 90% B...89% - 80% C...79% - 70% D...69% - 60% F...59% - 0% TechnologyGraphing calculators (TI-83, TI-84, TI-89 or equivalent) and/or computer algebrasoftware (Maple, Mathematica, Matlab) can be invaluable aids for facilitating learning. On the other hand, the course objectives are not centered around calculator proficiencynor computer expertise. Students may use a graphing calculator or computer algebrasoftware while doing webwork assignments to facilitate: (1) learning of concepts;(2) understanding the material; (3) checking calculation details. The emphasis on mid-term exams and the final exam will be oriented towards assessing mastery of the conceptsstated in the Learning Objectives section. To that end, calculators will not be allowed inthe mid-term exams nor in the final exam.AttendanceA roll sheet will be circulated each class period (except on exam dates). Each student isresponsible for his/her signing the roll each class period. Students who are absent morethan three (3) class periods will receive 30 point deduction from their cumulative total. Students who are absent more than six (6) periods will receive a 90 point deduction fromtheir cumulative total.Critical DatesMonday-Tuesday, Oct 12-13, Fall BreakMonday, Oct 26, Mid-Semester Grades DueMonday, Nov 02 - Last day to drop a courseWednesday, Dec 09 - Last day of classes. Tuesday, Dec 15 - Comprehensive Final Exam (7:30-10:00)NoticesAcademic Integrity (Extracted from OP 34.12)It is the aim of the faculty of Texas Tech University to foster a spirit of complete honesty andhigh standard of integrity. The attempt of students to present as their own any work nothonestly performed is regarded by the faculty and administration as a most serious offenseand renders the offenders liable to serious consequences, possibly suspension. “Scholastic dishonesty” includes, but it not limited to, cheating, plagiarism, collusion,falsifying academic records, misrepresenting facts, and any act designed to give unfairacademic advantage to the student (such as, but not limited to, submission of essentially thesame written assignment for two courses without the prior permission of the instructor) or theattempt to commit such an act. Observance of Religious Holiday (Extracted from OP 34.19)A student who intends to observe a religious holy day should make that intention known tothe instructor prior to the absence. A student who is absent from classes for the observance ofa religious holy day shall be allowed to take an examination or complete an assignmentscheduled for that day within a reasonable time after the absence.Accommodation for Students with Disabilities (Extracted from OP 34.22)Any student who, because of a disability, may require some special arrangements in order tomeet course requirements should contact the instructor at MA 201-A as soon as possible torequest necessary accommodations. Students should present appropriate verification fromStudent Disability Services. No requirement exists that accommodations be made prior tocompletion of this approved university