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{{DISPLAYTITLE:MATH 1553 - Linear Algebra}}
'''MATH 1553''' is a 2 credit core [[Mathematics|math]] class in linear algebra.
 
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'''MATH 1553''' is a 2 credit core [[Mathematics|math]] class in linear algebra. Its content is both computational and conceptual, but with little or no proofs.
   
 
== Topic List ==
 
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==Prerequisite Knowledge==
 
==Prerequisite Knowledge==
 
Almost no prerequisite knowledge is required, apart from algebra and trigonometry.
 
Almost no prerequisite knowledge is required, apart from algebra and trigonometry.
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As a formal prerequisite, the math department requires a high score in a previous math class, or on the SAT or ACT.
 
==Equivalent Courses==
 
==Equivalent Courses==
 
* [[MATH 1554]] is a much more in-depth course that covers additional topics such as singular value decomposition (SVD).
 
* [[MATH 1554]] is a much more in-depth course that covers additional topics such as singular value decomposition (SVD).
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*[https://textbooks.math.gatech.edu/ila/index.html Interactive Linear Algebra] is a free online, interactive textbook made by Georgia Tech professors for MATH 1553.
 
*[https://textbooks.math.gatech.edu/ila/index.html Interactive Linear Algebra] is a free online, interactive textbook made by Georgia Tech professors for MATH 1553.
 
*[https://www.3blue1brown.com/essence-of-linear-algebra-page 3blue1brown Essence of Linear Algebra Video Series] provides a nice conceptual overview of linear algebra. The video series uses visuals and animations extensively.
 
*[https://www.3blue1brown.com/essence-of-linear-algebra-page 3blue1brown Essence of Linear Algebra Video Series] provides a nice conceptual overview of linear algebra. The video series uses visuals and animations extensively.
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*A common textbook for this course is ''Linear Algebra and Its Applications'' by Lay.
 
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Latest revision as of 10:39, 20 February 2025


MATH 1553 is a 2 credit core math class in linear algebra. Its content is both computational and conceptual, but with little or no proofs.

Topic List[edit | edit source]

  • Systems of Linear Equations
  • Vectors in Rn
  • Linear Independence and Transformations
  • Matrix Algebra
  • Subspaces in Rn
  • Determinants
  • Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors (includes Complex Eigenvalues if time permits)
  • Orthogonality
  • Symmetric Matrices

Prerequisite Knowledge[edit | edit source]

Almost no prerequisite knowledge is required, apart from algebra and trigonometry.

As a formal prerequisite, the math department requires a high score in a previous math class, or on the SAT or ACT.

Equivalent Courses[edit | edit source]

  • MATH 1554 is a much more in-depth course that covers additional topics such as singular value decomposition (SVD).
  • MATH 1564 is the honors equivalent, which uses proofs and is more theoretical than MATH 1553.

MATH 1553 does not give credit for MATH 1554 or 1564.

Registration[edit | edit source]

MATH 1553 is a linked course with a studio and shared test period.

Resources[edit | edit source]