Mathematics 221 - Linear Algebra

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Wheaton College - Massachusetts

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How might you draw a three-dimensional image on a two-dimensional screen and then "rotate"it What are the basic notions behind Google's original, stupefyingly efficient search engine After measuring the interacting components of a nation's economy, can one find an equilibrium Starting with a simple graph of two lines, and their equations, we develop a theory for systems of linear equations that answers questions like those posed here. This theory leads to the study of matrices, vectors, linear transformations and geometric properties for all of the above. We learn what "perpendicular" means inhigh-dimensional spaces and what "stable" meanswhen transforming one linear space into another. Topics also include: matrix algebra, determinants, eigenspaces, orthogonal projections and a theory of vector spaces. Connections: Conx 20045 Mathematical Tools for Chemistry

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3.00

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www.wheatoncollege.edu

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(508) 285-7722

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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