Linear Algebra 1 (G5134)
Linear Algebra 1
Module G5134
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
• Vectors in Rn. Subspaces, bases, geometry in R2, R3.
• Linear systems of equations. Gaussian elimination.
• Matrices. Rank, nullity, determinant, inversion.
• Complex numbers.
Module learning outcomes
Appreciate mathematical connections between algebra and geometry;
Understand the structure of linear systems and apply basic techniques to solve them;
Demonstrate working knowledge of vectors, matrices and complex numbers.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen Examination | Semester 1 Assessment | 80.00% |
| Coursework | 10.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Portfolio | T1 Week 11 | 100.00% |
| Coursework | 10.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Problem Set | T1 Week 3 | 25.00% |
| Problem Set | T1 Week 5 | 25.00% |
| Problem Set | T1 Week 8 | 25.00% |
| Problem Set | T1 Week 10 | 25.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 01111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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