Linear Algebra
Code
1303
Academic unit
null
Department
null
Credits
7,5
Teacher in charge
Rui Mota
Teaching language
Portuguese and English
Objectives
Introduction to the study of systems of linear equations with the use of matrices.
Prerequisites
N/A
Subject matter
1. Linear Equations.
2. Matrices.
3. Determinants.
4. Vector Spaces.
5. Linear Transformations.
6. Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors.
7. Quadratic Forms.
Bibliography
1. Antony, M., Harvey, M., "Linear Algebra: Concepts and Methods", Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 2012, ISBN 978-0-521-27948-2
2. Santana,A.P., Queiró,J.P., "Introdução à Álgebra Linear", Gradiva, Lisboa, 2010, ISBN-978-989-616-372-3.
Teaching method
Theoretical lectures and practical sessions with pre-assigned problems
Evaluation method
There are two midterm tests (15% of the final grade each), a final exam (60% of the final grade) and information from the practical sessions account for the remaining 10% of the final grade. A minimal grade of 8/20 is required in the final exam.