Math 3323-003 Matrix Algebra
TTR 9-10:20 am, Bell Hall 143, Spring 2011
CRN: 22468
Instructor: Dr. Dogan
Office: BH 302
Email: hdogan@utep.edu
Office Hours: TTR 10:30-11:30 am Or by appointment
Phone: 747 6769 (e-mail preferred)
Prerequisite: Calculus II topics, and maturity with abstract thinking.
Supplementary Books: Introduction to linear algebra (Fifth Edition/any edition), by
Johnson, Ries and Arnold or Elementary Linear Algebra by Larson Edwards and Falvo
(e-book on webassign).
Required Material: Webassign Access at least for homeworks is required. You can also
purchase for access to the e-book (optional). Access webassign at
http://www.webassign.net. Need to purchase a semester long key to access homeworks.
Technology and Other materials: A graphing calculator. Access to Blackboard and
webassign as well as investigation site at http://www.math.utep.edu:8080/jsp/index.html.
Course Content:
Matrix Algebra is a first course in Linear Algebra that introduces various concepts such
as the systems of linear equations, vector space ideas and the matrix representations of
linear transformations.
Objective of the course is to have students gain the knowledge of applications of matrices
in connection with vector spaces and linear transformations. Since matrices are strongly
connected to the basic linear algebra concepts such as vector spaces and linear
transformations, covering properties of these basic concepts will be the main focus.
Course Requirements:
Two Exams will be given. Each exam is comprehensive and no make-up or retakes will
be given, except for documented emergencies. Exams will include everything
covered/presented in class, on quizzes, investigations, and assigned homework. Dates
will be announced at a later time.
Investigations will be assigned via blackboard and posted directly to blackboard.
Investigations will include topics (to be) covered in class in order to aid and enhance
understanding of basic abstract concepts. Since they are to help with the learning of
abstract concepts that are new to many of us, it is imperative that they are given
substantial time and effort, and completed fully in a timely manner. Investigations will
utilize the online modules at http://www.math.utep.edu:8080/jsp/index.html.
Homework will be assigned via webassign. Homework questions may be included in
quizzes, exams and final.
Comprehensive Quizzes will be given covering hmws, investigations, materials covered
in class. Since quizzes may be based on homework, it is in your best interest to complete
each assignment. No make up or retakes will be given for quizzes or homeworks.
Comprehensive final exam will be given. No make-ups or retakes will be given. Final will include
everything covered/presented in class, on quizzes, investigations and assigned on homework.
Final is on Tuesday May 10th 10 am-12:45 pm.
Attendance and Participation: As with every college course, attendance is essential for
success. There will be in-class activities that are important for your learning. Try not to
be absent unless absolutely necessary.
Electronic and Wireless Devices: Please do not use cell phones, pagers, IPods, MP3
players, blue tooth devices, etc. during class. Cell phones and pagers should be set to
silent or vibrate, and any calls should be taken outside of class. Cell phone calculators
may not be used on quizzes or exams.
Grade Distribution:
Final: 40%
Exams: 30%
Investigations, Hmw and Quizzes, class presentations: 25%
Attendance and Participation: 5%
Drop Deadline: The last day to drop the course without a “W” is April 1, 2011.
Please note that the instructor will not drop students with a “W” after the drop
date.
You are responsible with the course material covered/presented in class, on quizzes,
investigations and on homework. Seek help early in the semester.
DO NOT WAIT TILL THE LAST WEEK OF CLASSES TO DISCUSS YOUR
OVERALL PERFORMANCE IN THE COURSE. If you come early in the semester,
you may get guidance and help both from the instructor and the Teaching Assistant.
This will not be the case if you come towards the end of the semester.
It is your responsibility to maintain the grade average required by a scholarship
or other financial supports (if you are on one). Course grade will be assigned strictly
based on performance in class. Your scholarship or financial support requirements
will not be under consideration when assigning final grades.
This syllabus is subject to changes when necessary.