A Modern Introduction to Linear Algebra

ISBN-13: 9781439800409 / Angielski / Twarda / 2009 / 670 str.

Ricardo Henry

Opis

Taking a computational, algebraic, and geometric approach to linear algebra, A Modern Introduction to Linear Algebra provides an appealing foundation for a one-semester undergraduate course. This matrix-oriented text focuses on useful concepts at the heart of linear algebra, including finite-dimensional real vector spaces, eigenvalues, quadratic forms, and more. The author presents theoretical and applied examples as well as discussions of numerical aspects. In the appendices, he reviews set theory, sigma notation, mathematical induction, and complex numbers. A solutions manual is available for qualifying instructors.

Spis treści

Vectors. Systems of Equations, Matrix Algebra. Eigenvalues, Eigenvectors, and Diagonalization. Vector Spaces. Linear Transformations. Inner Product Spaces. Hermitian Matrices and Quadratic Forms. Appendices. Answers/Hints to Odd-Numbered Problems. Index.

O autorze

Henry Ricardo is a professor of mathematics at Medgar Evers College of the City University of New York, where he was presented with the 2008 Distinguished Service Award by the School of Science, Health and Technology. Dr. Ricardo was also given the 2009 Distinguished Service Award by the Metropolitan New York Section of the MAA, of which he is the Governor.