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MTH401: Linear Algebra
Prerequisite(s): MTH111

This course introduces students the use of matrices to solve systems of equations.Topics include matrices, determinants, row operations and vectors. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to solve systems of equations using matrices and determinates.


 

Matrices

Linear Algebra Glossary
Definitions for many different examples of matrices from Florida State University

MathWorld
Explanation of matrix, includes related topics

Matrices and Determinants
Historical perspective from the MacTutor History of Mathematics


Row Operations

Matrix Row Operations Lesson
From Purplemath

Row Operation Calculator
From the Linear Algebra Toolkit created by Przemyslaw Bogacki, a professor of mathematics and statistics


Textbook Companion Website

Elementary Linear Algebra
MathLab exercises, data sets, and supplemental chapter information

Determinants

Determinants Lesson
From Purplemath

MathWorld
Explanation of determinants, includes related topics


Vectors

Introduction to Vectors
Images included with explanations of key points from the Math Forum

MathWorld
Explanation of vectors, includes related topics

Working with Vectors
Properties and physical applications of vectors from Maths Help


Additional Sites of Interest

Algebra.com
Algebra, geometry, and physics help, along with interactive word problems and a question board

American Mathematical Society
Professional mathematical research and scholarship organization

Digital Classroom Resources
Mathematical sciences digital library from the Mathematical Association of America

Earliest Uses of Various Mathematical Symbols
Names of first to use common mathematical symbols and the dates the symbols first appeared

Famous Problems in the History of Mathematics
Includes proof of the Pythagorean Theorem and the value of Pi

Geometry Tutorials, Lessons and Tips
Help with geometry from About.com

GoMath.com
Algebra, geometry, and physics help including interactive tutorials and quizzes

Homemade Clinometer
Instructions for making this device used for measuring altitude, elevation, and vertical angles

InterAct Tutorials
Tutorials, study aids, and web links for further research

Journals: @Brint.com
Resources from business technology management and knowledge management

Math.com
Tools, formulas, tables, test preparation, and study tips

Math Forum
Ask Dr. Math (college level archive) from Drexel University

MathEmatics Help Central
College geometry help

MathWorld
Extensive math resources including algebra, calculus, geometry, probability and statistics, as well as math history and terminology

Nrich
Math Problems, Games and Articles from the University of Cambridge

Professional Societies
Links to societies and organizations that may be of interest to mathematicians

Purplemath
Practical algebra lessons with hints, tips, and examples, including common mistakes

SOS Mathematics
Free resource for math review material on algebra, trigonometry, calculus, and differential questions

Schoolyard Clinometer
Make a clinometer using this guide from the New Jersey Coalition for Schoolyard Habitats

Success in Math
Tips from Saint Louis University

Webmath
View solved math problems or post a question for a math expert

 

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