MTH2021 Linear algebra with applications
Faculty of Science
MTH2021 Linear algebra with applications is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 10 units, leading on to 46 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 1 other task
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Requisites
Before MTH2021
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After MTH2021
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Overview
Vector spaces, linear transformations. Determinants, eigenvalue problems, matrix decompositions. Inner products, least squares approximation. Applications to areas such as coding, economics, graph theory, Markov chains, differential equations
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Continuous assessmentDemonstration50%
- Final assessment - Exam (3 hours and 10 minutes)Examination50%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Apply core concepts of vector spaces and linear transformations to model and solve mathematical problems;
- 2
Analyse and compute eigenvalues, eigenvectors, and diagonalisation, and interpret their applications;
- 3
Employ inner product methods, matrix decompositions, and computational tools to address applied problems such as least-squares approximation;
- 4
Communicate mathematical reasoning clearly and effectively in both written and oral forms.
Workload and teaching
- Applied sessions22 hours
- Seminars36 hours
- Three 1-hour seminars;
- One 2-hour applied class (in weeks 2-12) and
- 7 hours of independent study per week.
Learning resources
Technology resources
Mathematica software
Where it fits
MTH2021 is part of 1 area of study in the 2027 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Associate Professor Tim Garoni
- Unit Coordinators
- Associate Professor Tim Garoni
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MTH2021?
MTH2021 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after MTH2021?
MTH2021 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 10 units, including FIT2014, MTH2051, MTH2137, MTH2222, MTH2232 and MTH3110. Those lead on to 46 units in all.
When is MTH2021 offered?
In 2027, MTH2021 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
Does MTH2021 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 1 other task.
Which majors and minors include MTH2021?
MTH2021 is part of Mathematical economics and econometrics.