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  Course Description
Course Name : Linear Algebra And Vectors

Course Code : EEE118

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 4

Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. MUSTAFA KEREM ÜN

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Grasps matrix and vector algebra.
Calculates determinants and eigenvalues
Solves linear systems of equations
Analyzes vector functions.
Calculates gradient, directional derivative, curl and divergence.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : To teach the student matrix and vector algebra, linear independence and solution of linear systems of equations.

Course Contents : Introduction to matrices, matrix algebra. Solution of linear systems of equations with Gaussian elimination. Vector spaces, linear independence, rank of a matrix. Fundamental theorem of linear equations, finding inverse with Gauss-Jordan elimination. Determinants, Cramer´s rule. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors, similar matrices, similarity transformations. Vectors and vector algbera. Vector analytical geometry, line and plane equations. Vector functions. Gradient, directional derivative, divergence and curl.

Language of Instruction : English

Work Place : Classroom


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Introduction to matrices and linear systems of equations Lecture
2 Matrix algebra, transpose and inverse of a matrix Lecture
3 Solution of linear systems with Gaussian elimination Lecture
4 Linear independence, rank of a mtarix Lecture
5 Fundamental theorem of linear systems, finding inverse through Gauss-Jordan elimination Lecture
6 Determinants, Cramer´s Rule Lecture
7 Eigenvalues Lecture
8 Review, midterm exam Interactive lecture
9 Similar matrices and diagonalization Lecture
10 Introduction to vectors, vector algebra, vector products Lecture
11 Analytical geometry with vectors, line and plane equations Lecture
12 Vector functions and their analysis Lecture
13 Gradient and directional derivative Lecture
14 Curl and divergence Lecture
15 Review Interactive lecture
16/17 Final Exam exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Elemantary Linear Algebra - Keith Matthews
 A First Course in Linear Algebra - Robert Beezer
 Calculus - G. Thomas
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 100
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 0 0
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Has capability in those fields of mathematics and physics that form the foundations of engineering. 5
2 Grasps the main knowledge in the basic topics of electrical and electronic engineering. 3
3 Comprehends the functional integrity of the knowledge gathered in the fields of basic engineering and electrical-electronics engineering. 3
4 Identifies problems and analyzes the identified problems based on the gathered professional knowledge. 0
5 Formulates and solves a given theoretical problem using the knowledge of basic engineering. 1
6 Has aptitude for computer and information technologies 0
7 Knows English at a level adequate to comprehend the main points of a scientific text, either general or about his profession, written in English. 2
8 Has the ability to apply the knowledge of electrical-electronic engineering to profession-specific tools and devices. 0
9 Has the ability to write a computer code towards a specific purpose using a familiar programming language. 0
10 Has the ability to work either through a purpose oriented program or in union within a group where responsibilities are shared. 1
11 Has the aptitude to identify proper sources of information, reaches them and uses them efficiently. 1
12 Becomes able to communicate with other people with a proper style and uses an appropriate language. 0
13 Internalizes the ethical values prescribed by his profession in particular and by the professional life in general. 1
14 Has consciousness about the scientific, social, historical, economical and political facts of the society, world and age lived in. 0
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 13 3 39
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 13 3 39
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 7 7
    Final Exam 1 10 10
Total Workload: 95
Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.8
ECTS Credit: 4