Math 314: Linear Algebra - Fall 2013

Announcements

  • Final Exam Rules: You should bring writing implements and a ruler or straight edge. You will not be allowed a calculator. The exam is closed note and closed book.
  • Our second exam was on Friday Nov. 8. The test emphasized topics from sections 2.2-3, 3.1-3, 4.1-6.
  • Our first exam covered sections 1.1-5, 1.7-9, 2.1.
  • I am posting an updated version of the syllabus. The revisions reflect changes to the grading of the homework that are appropriate since we have a TA available to grade them this semester.
  • If I change or add a due date I will always mark that in red.
  • Matlab is installed and available on the computers in Bunnell 319, Rasmussen 404 and MBS 110.
  • I have uploaded study guides covering the material in the first two weeks of the course. I will do this on a regular basis. The goal is to make clear what you should be getting out of the readings and lectures, and what skills you should make sure you master. They are not intended to be comprehensive, but should be helpful for getting a sense of emphasis.

Homework Instructions

Homework is due by 3:30 PM on the date assigned. No late homework will be accepted except by prior arrangement. You may submit your homework in class or in my box in the Math and Statistics Department office.

Formatting Instructions

  • All homework must be submitted in ink (and you should be sure to leave adequate space for grading comments). If you are using lined paper, you should double space your work where appropriate.
  • Your name, class section and due date should appear in the top right hand corner of the first page.
  • Your assignment must be stapled together (not paperclipped, not crimped). Staple all assignments due on the same date together.
  • If your paper came from a spiral bound notebook, you must remove all the pokey out bits (the edges of the page should be straight and clean).

Failure to follow these instructions will result in deductions from your grade.

Grading Policy

Each problem will be graded on a 4 point scale: 4=entirely or nearly correct, 3=mostly correct but a significant mathematical error, 2=significant progress in the right direction but multiple errors, 1=a genuine attempt at the problem, 0=little or no real attempt at the problem.

Reading Assignments

Homework Assignments