Mathematics 728-729: Linear Algebra I, Multilinear and Exterior Algebra

General Information:

Course Description:

Linear Algebra: Theory of linear transformations and matrices, canonical forms, inner product spaces, unitary spaces, symmetric forms, generalized inverses, and selected advanced topics.

Multilinear and Exterior Algebra: Symmetric and multilinear algebra. Universal constructions and mapping properties, the exterior algebra, matrix algebra, graded algebras and applications.

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Goals:

Current Syllabus (Fall 1999-2000)

Note:

• Special Needs: "Any students with disabilities or other special needs, who need special accommodations in the course, are invited to share these concerns or requests with the instructoras soon as possible."
• Academic Honesty: All work in this course must be completed in a manner consistent with NDSU University Senate Policy, Section 335: Code of Academic Responsibility and Conduct.