Math 2LA3 - Applications of Linear Algebra
(Summer 2023)

MATH 2LA3 is a second course in linear algebra. From the calendar:

Prerequisite(s): One of MATH 1AA3, 1LT3, 1NN3, 1XX3, 1ZB3, ARTSSCI 1D06 A/B, ISCI 1A24 A/B; and one of MATH 1B03, 1ZC3, 1ZZ5


Comparison to Math 2R03:

This course's primary concern will be applications of linear algebra. Math 2R03 is a more theoretical development of linear algebra and is offered in winter term. At least one (you can take both) of Math 2LA3 or Math 2R03 is required for all Honours Math and Stats programmes. Math 2R03 is required for Honours Math and Stats with a Mathematics subplan. Either linear algebra course is an allowable prerequisite for most third year Math and Stats courses. For Math 3A03, Math 3B03, Math 3GR3, Math 3F03, Math 3FF3 and Math 3QC3, the requirement is Math 2R03 or a grade of at least of B in Math 2LA3 (this change will occur in 2022-23).


Course Information

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Instructor:

Craig Kohne

Office: Hamilton Hall 303-6
Office Hours: TBA

Email: kohnec@math.mcmaster.ca

Place and Time:

Lectures, tests, and the final exam will be in-person. The class will meet in-person BSB 147 from 7:00 to 10:00pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The first meeting will be on June 20.

Textbook:

Linear Algebra and its Applications, 6th edition
by Lay, Lay and McDonald

Course outline:

View the course outline

TA:

TBD

Important Links:



Course Overview and Assessment

These are the main topics of the course (with reference to the relevant chapters of the textbook):

Grading Scheme

Your final mark will be the higher of the two options.


Option 1
20% = Assignments
40% = Midterms (2 x 20%)
40% = Final Exam

Option 2
20% = Assignments
20% = Maximum of Midterm 1 and 2
60% = Final Exam



Test and Exam Dates (tentative)

Allowed Test/Exam Aids



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