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This document outlines a course on honors linear algebra and abstract algebra. The course will cover topics including vector spaces, linear transformations, determinants, inner product spaces, and canonical forms. It lists the instructor, TAs, meeting times, course description, learning outcomes, assessment scheme, grading scheme, teaching activities, resources, and tentative schedule.

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This document outlines a course on honors linear algebra and abstract algebra. The course will cover topics including vector spaces, linear transformations, determinants, inner product spaces, and canonical forms. It lists the instructor, TAs, meeting times, course description, learning outcomes, assessment scheme, grading scheme, teaching activities, resources, and tentative schedule.

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MATH 2131 – Honors in Linear Algebra and

Abstract Algebra I
Fall 2020 Course Outline

Lecture
Instructor: Prof. IP, Ivan Chi-Ho
Office: Room 3483 (Lift 25-26)
Office Hour: By appointment on Zoom meeting
E-mail: [email protected]

Tutorial
TA: HE, Hongren
Office: Room 3214
Office Hours: By appointment on Zoom meeting
E-mail: [email protected]

Meeting Time and Venue


Lecture: Tuesday, Thursday 16:30 – 17:50 Zoom Meeting ID: 951 0111 3405
Session T1: Friday 18:00 – 18:50 Zoom Meeting ID: TBA

Course Description
This is the first in the sequence MATH 2131 – MATH 3131 of honors courses in linear algebra
and abstract algebra, with particular emphasis on rigorous mathematical reasoning.
This course will cover the basics of linear algebra over any fields.
Topics include: abstract vector space, linear transformation and matrix, determinant, inner
product space, spectral theory, positive definiteness, complex matrix, invariant subspace,
canonical forms, quotient and dual spaces.

Prerequisite: Grade A in AL Pure Mathematics;


or grade A- or above in MATH 1014/MATH 1020/MATH 1024
Exclusion: MATH 2111, MATH 2121, MATH 2350
Credits: 4

1
Intended Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students are expected:
1. Develop an understanding of the core ideas and concepts of Linear Algebra in the
abstract setting
2. Be able to recognize the power of abstraction and generalization, and to carry out
mathematical work with independent judgment.
3. Be able to apply rigorous, analytic, and numeric approach to analyze and solve problems.
4. Be able to explain clearly concepts and calculations from Linear Algebra.

Assessment Scheme
Weight Assessment ILOs
Homework 30% 1,2,3,4
Midterm Examination 30% 1,2,3,4
Final Examination 40% 1,2,3,4

Grading Scheme
Letter grades will be assigned depending on overall performance.
Obtaining a total point of 90% or above will guarantee an A+.
Obtaining a total point of 70% or above will guarantee an A-range.
Obtaining a total point of 30% or above will guarantee a passing grade.

Teaching and Learning Activities


Aside from lectures, to master this course students are required to do as many exercises as they
can to get familiar with the subject. A lot of the exercises are available in the references.
• There are 6 Homework Sets throughout the semester, including both computation and
proof-based problems.
• We will work through problems provided in Worksheet format during every lecture, part
of them are Examples from the lecture notes.
• Tutorial Problem Sets will be discussed during the Tutorial Session. Solutions are
available after each tutorial.

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Student Learning Resources
Lecture Notes written by the instructor.
Lecture Slides and Lecture Videos will also be available on canvas after class.

References:
1. Linear Algebra Done Right, by S. Axler
2. Linear Algebra Done Wrong, by S. Treil
3. Linear Algebra, by J. Liesen and V. Mehrmann
4. Linear Algebra, Lecture Notes by M. Yan

Tentative Schedule
Week 1 Abstract Vector Spaces
Week 2 Abstract Vector Spaces (cont’d)
Week 3 Linear Transformations
Week 4 Linear Transformations (cont’d)
Week 5 Determinant
Week 6 Inner Product Space
Week 7 Spectral Theory
Week 8 Positive Definite Matrix
Week 9 Complex Matrices
Week 10 Invariant Subspaces
Week 11 Canonical Forms
Week 12 Canonical Forms (cont’d)
Week 13 Quotient and Dual Spaces

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