MTH2025 Linear algebra (Advanced)
Faculty of Science
MTH2025 Linear algebra (Advanced) 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 14 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 MTH2025
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After MTH2025
14 units list MTH2025 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
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Enrolment rules
PREREQUISITE: A High Distinction in MTH1030 or ENG1005, or a Distinction in MTH1035, or by approval of the unit coordinator.
You must enrol in this unit manually via the online Enrolment Amendment form.
PROHIBITION: MTH2021
Overview
Vector spaces, linear transformations. Determinants, eigenvalue problems. Inner products, symmetric matrices, quadratic forms. Linear functionals and dual spaces. Matrix decompositions, least squares approximation, power method. Applications to areas such as coding, economics, networks, graph theory, geometry, dynamical systems, 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;
- 5
Extend and deepen understanding through rigorous proofs, advanced theoretical concepts, and more complex applications of linear algebra.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops12 hours
- Applied sessions22 hours
- Seminars36 hours
- Three 1-hour seminars;
- One 2-hour applied class (in weeks 2-12);
- One 1-hour workshop and
- Six hours of independent study per week.
Learning resources
Technology resources
Mathematica software
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Associate Professor Tim Garoni
- Chief Examiners
- Associate Professor Tim Garoni
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MTH2025?
MTH2025 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after MTH2025?
MTH2025 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 14 units, including FIT2014, MTH2051, MTH2137, MTH2222, MTH2232 and MTH3110. Those lead on to 46 units in all.
When is MTH2025 offered?
In 2027, MTH2025 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
Does MTH2025 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 1 other task.