course description	textbook	exams
scheduled lectures	homework policy	disabilities
grades	honor principle	math department

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Course Description:

This course has two goals: (1) to introduce you to abstract mathematics, in this course you will learn about the
"art of mathematical proof"; and  (2) to introduce you to Linear algebra. Your assignments and exams will be
evaluated on your ability to write proofs as well as in your knowledge of linear algebra. What is linear algebra?

Linear algebra is the study of vector spaces and linear transfomations. A vector space is a structure that
abstracts and generalizes familiar objects from geometry and algebra. A linear transformation is a function
between two vector spaces that preserves the structure.

Linear algebra is one of the most powerful mathematical tools used widely throught science and mathematics.
This is one of my favorite subjects and I hope that you will like it too! I hope the following quote will inspire you
to participate in this course.

"Mathematics is not for spectators; in order to gain in understanding, confidence, and enthusiasm
 one has to participate."         M.A. Armstrong