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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title: Linear Algebra
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Course Prefix & Number: Math2318
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Section Number: 100
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Semester: Spring17
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Semester Credit Hours: 3
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Lecture Hours: 48
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Lab Hours:
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog): Introduces and provides models for application of the concepts of vector algebra. Topics include finite dimensional vector spaces and their geometric significance; representing and solving systems of linear equations using multiple methods, including Gaussian elimination and matrix inversion; matrices; determinants; linear transformations; quadratic forms; eigenvalues and eigenvector; and applications in science and engineering.
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Course Prerequisite(s): ): MATH 2414 Calculus II
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Required or Recommended Course Materials:
A First Course in Differential Equations with Modeling Applications,
10th Edition Dennis G. Zill
(TI-30X IIS calculator. No graphing calculators allowed.)
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Nelson Lozano
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Campus/Office Location:
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Gainseville 822
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Telephone Number:
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E-mail Address:
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nlozano@nctc.edu
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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4
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Test
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100%
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1
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Final Exam
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Optional
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Be able to solve systems of linear equations using multiple methods, including Gaussian elimination and matrix inversion.
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Be able to carry out matrix operations, including inverses and determinants.
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Demonstrate understanding of the concepts of vector space and subspace.
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Demonstrate understanding of linear independence, span, and basis.
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Be able to determine eigenvalues and eigenvectors and solve problems involving eigenvalues.
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Apply principles of matrix algebra to linear transformations.
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Demonstrate application of inner products and associated norms.
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ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered. Students are responsible for keeping up with what occurs in class when they are absent. Dropping a course is the student's responsibility, but you MAY be dropped for excessive absence. See Attendance Regulations in the North Central Texas College Catalog.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
Test 1: 2-16
Test 2: 3-9
Test 3: 4-13
Test 4: 5-4
Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is April 9th 2015_.
DISABILITY SERVICES (OSD)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209. Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209.
North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112). http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx
CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA______________________________
o Communication
x Mathematics
o Life and Physical Science
o Language, Philosophy & Culture
o Creative Arts
o American History
o Government/Political Science
o Social and Behavioral Sciences
o Component Area Option
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES
x Critical Thinking
x Communication
x Empirical and Quantitative
o Teamwork
o Personal Responsibility
o Social Responsibility
COURSE TYPE
o Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
o Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
o WECM Course
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook. http://nctc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2014-2015/Catalog/North-Central-Texas-College-Student-Handbook
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Sara Alford
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Office Location:
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Flower Mound 200C
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Telephone Number:
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972-899-8414
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E-mail Address:
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salford@nctc.edu
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