Lecture: MATH 2270-001; MWF 12:30pm-1:20pm. Blended Web Broadcast Lecture. Students
are required to also register for
ONE of the following recitations: TTH 8:30am-9:20am; TTH 9:30am-10:20am; TTH 18:30-19:20.
Office Hours: MWF 9:00am -10:00am, or by appointments. Location: ANSC 201.
Due to COVID-19, the university encourages that faculty hold office hours primarily online.
(Exception can be arranged in special situation to have face-to-face
help, but both participants must follow safe practices spelled out below!)
My website is
http://www.math.usu.edu/~nnguyen
Grade
| Distribution: |
Homework |
200 points |
|
Three Midterm Exams |
100 points each |
|
Final Exam |
150 points |
There will be three midterm exams. The final exam will be
cumulative, with more emphasis on the part of the course
that comes after the third midterm. All exams are closed
book and notes. No calculators are allowed.
Homework will be posted on Canvas and collected once a week on Fridays by midnight. You will need to upload
the assignments directly onto Canvas.
You are encouraged to discuss homework problems
with your classmates but you must write up solutions on your
own.
The final exam is scheduled for Wednesday, May 5, 2021, 12:30pm-2:20pm.
Content: This course introduces the fundamental concepts of Linear Algebra. Topics include solutions of linear systems,
matrix operations, matrix factorization, vector spaces, subspaces, linear independence, bases, linear transformations,
eigensystems, orthogonality, Gram-Schmidt orthogonalization, and projections. Prerequisite/Restriction: MATH 1210 with
a C- or better, or AP Math score of 3-4 on the BC exam.
Textbook: Introduction to Linear Algebra, fifth edition, by Gilbert Strang. ISBN: 978-0-9802327-7-6.
We will cover parts of chapters 1-6 and if time permits, 9.
Free Math and Stats Tutoring: The Aggie Math Learning Center offers tutoring for Math 0950, 0995, 1050, 1060, 1100, 1210, 1220,
2210, 2270, and 2280, and Stat 1040, 1045, 2000, 2300, and 3000. Tutoring services will be available online as well as in person by appointment.
To view hours and schedule an appointment, visit
math.usu.edu/amlc/mathstatstutoring.
Students with disabilities: USU offers a variety of services to
assist students with learning disabilities. Contact the
Disability Resource Center (797-2444) for more information on
these programs.
Other important information: Students are expected to follow the university guidelines while inside the classroom such as practicing
social distancing and face covering. This course is scheduled to be a blended broadcast lecture, which means
the lectures will be broadcasted live through Zoom. I will make every effort to also record the lectures through Zoom for you. HOWEVER, YOU ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO
ATTEND THE LECTURES THROUGH ZOOM LIVE.
We will strictly adhere to the university policy and students are advised to
check regularly the university website for the most updated information. Currently, it is stated that there will be NO “Spring break”, two NO class dates on Fridays--March 12
and April 9, and that Thursday April 8 will go on Friday's schedule. Following is the precise USU guideline:
COVID-19 Classroom Protocols: In order to continue to provide various forms of face-to-face instruction at USU, and to limit the spread of COVID-19 during the pandemic, students
are asked to follow certain classroom protocols during the spring 2021 semester. These protocols are based on CDC, state, and local health department guidelines and requirements are in place not only
for your safety but also the safety of the entire campus community.
a) Face coverings are required in all classrooms and teaching laboratories. Students will not be permitted to remain in class without a face covering, as per University Policy 20T.3. Students that do not
adhere to the face covering policy will be referred to the Office of Vice President for Student Affairs for a possible violation of the Student Code of Conduct. There may be individual medical
circumstances that prevent some students from using face coverings. If you require this exemption, contact the Disability Resource Center prior to the start of classes to investigate alternative instruction.
These circumstances will be rare, but if they do exist, we ask that everyone be respectful.
b) Follow faculty instructions regarding social distancing and entering/exiting classrooms.
c) Stay home when you are sick, however mild your symptoms.
d) Wash your hands frequently with soap and water.
Homework 1 (due Jan. 22):
Chapter 1.2 (2,3,8); Chapter 1.3 (1,2) and Chapter 2.1 (9,11,12).
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