Course Catalog - 2007-2008

     

MATH 354 - HONORS LINEAR ALGEBRA

Long Title: HONORS LINEAR ALGEBRA
Department: Mathematics
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group III
Credit Hours: 3
Description: Systems of linear equations, matrices, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues, canonical forms, inner product spaces, bilinear and quadratic forms. Content is similar to that of MATH 355, but with more emphasis on theory. The course will include instruction on how to construct mathematical proofs. This course is appropriate for potential Mathematics majors and others interested in learning how to construct rigorous mathematical arguments. Credit may not be received for both MATH 354 and MATH 355. Equivalency: MATH 355. Recommended Prerequisite(s): A 200-level math class. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for MATH 354 if student has credit for MATH 355.
Course URL: http://http://math.rice.edu/~cochran