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 2023 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 15 units, leading on to 66 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2023
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 60%
- and 1 other task
This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before MTH2021
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After MTH2021
15 units list MTH2021 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
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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 2023
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Continuous assessmentOther40%
- Examination (3 hours and 10 minutes)ExamThreshold hurdle60%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Apply basic concepts related to vector spaces, including subspace, span, linear independence and basis;
- 2
Understand basic properties of linear transformations and identify their kernel and range;
- 3
Diagonalize real matrices by computing their eigenvalues and finding their eigenspaces;
- 4
Understand basic concepts related to inner product spaces and apply these to problems such as least-squares data fitting;
- 5
Apply tools from linear algebra in a wide variety of relevant situations;
- 6
Recognise and apply relevant numerical methods and demonstrate computational skills in linear algebra;
- 7
Present clear mathematical arguments in both written and oral forms.
Workload and teaching
- Applied sessions22 hours
- Lectures36 hours
- Three 1-hour lectures;
- 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 9 areas of study in the 2023 handbook.
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Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Associate Professor Tim Garoni
- Chief Examiners
- 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 15 units, including MAE3404, MEC3453, MEC3457, MTH2051, MTH2137 and MTH2222. Those lead on to 66 units in all.
When is MTH2021 offered?
In 2023, MTH2021 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
Does MTH2021 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 60% of the final mark, alongside 1 other task.
Which majors and minors include MTH2021?
MTH2021 is part of Applied mathematics; Financial and insurance mathematics; Mathematical statistics; Mathematics; and Pure mathematics.