Matrix Algebra (OPEN UNI)

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After completing the course, the student

• Can perform basic matrix operations and recognize basic types of matrices
• Can solve systems of linear equations using matrices, can apply LU and QR factorizations for solutions and understands basic principles of iterative solutions and overdetermined systems
• Recognizes vector spaces and understands how basis and dimension describe vector spaces
• Understands how linear mappings can be represented using matrices
• Can analyze matrices using subspaces, vectors and linear spaces
• Can evaluate determinant, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors of a square matrix can diagonalize square matrices, and can apply diagonalization in simple problems
• Understands basic principles of iterative methods for finding eigenvalues

Face-to face teaching, Stack(web-based) exercises. Lectures 28 h/Exercises 22 h/Self study 85 h.

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Intermediate exams or a final exam.
Read more about assessment criteria at the University of Oulu webpage.

The course utilizes a numerical grading scale 0-5. In the numerical scale zero stands for a fail

Language of instruction
Check language of instruction from implementation.

Timing
The course is held in the autumn, during period 2.

Target group
Open university students.