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  Course Description
Course Name : Matrix Theory

Course Code : ISB-501

Course Type : Optional

Level of Course : Second Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. SADULLAH SAKALLIOĞLU

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Understand the fundamental rules and concepts of matrix
Define the concepts of linear independence, eigenvalues and eigenvectors
Learn the concepts of vector space, column space, null space, subspace and reduce to echelon form,
Gain the findings regarding the inverse of a matrix and know the properties of g inverse
Have the ability to apply patterned matrices
Solve the systems of equations and examine the terms of consistency
Comprehend matrix trace and its properties
Have the knowedge about matix derivative, and properties of positive definit and n.n.d. matrices

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : To provide the students with the necessary information in linear models and multivariate analysis

Course Contents : Basic terms and concepts in the matrix theory, column space, null space, subspace, and Echelon form, type of mxn matrices g-inverse, solution of systems of equations, matrix derivative and properties of positive definit and nnd matrices.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Seminar room


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Notations and definitions ( determinant, rank, trace, qadratic forms, orthogonal martices) Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
2 Similar matrices, Symmetric matrices Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
3 Eigenvectors and eigenvalues Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
4 Vector space, vector subspace, basis of a vector space, column and null space of a marrix Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
5 Basic theorems of generalized inverse Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
6 Computing formulas for the g-inverse Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
7 Conditional inverse, Hermite form of matrices Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
8 Midterm exam Review the topics discussed in the lecture notes and references Written Exam / Homework
9 solutions to systems of linear equations, Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
10 Approximate solutions to inconsitent systems of linear equations, Least squares Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
11 Pattern matrices Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
12 Trace of matrik and its properties Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
13 Matrix derivatives Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
14 nnd matrices and its properties Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
15 pd and nnd matrices and its properties Reading the related references Lecture, discussion
16/17 Final exam Review the topics discussed in the lecture notes and sources Written Exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Franklin A. Graybill (1983), Matrices with Applications in Statistics, Wadsworth International Group, Belmont, California.
Required Course Material(s)  James R. Schott (2005), Matrix Analysis for Statistics, John Wiley and Sons Inc. New Jersey.


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 3 40
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 Possess advanced level of theoretical and applicable knowledge in the field of Probability and Statistics. 1
2 Conduct scientific research on Mathematics, Probability and Statistics. 3
3 Possess information, skills and competencies necessary to pursue a PhD degree in the field of Statistics. 3
4 Possess comprehensive information on the analysis and modeling methods used in Statistics. 0
5 Present the methods used in analysis and modeling in the field of Statistics. 0
6 Discuss the problems in the field of Statistics. 4
7 Implement innovative methods for resolving problems in the field of Statistics. 4
8 Develop analytical modeling and experimental research designs to implement solutions. 3
9 Gather data in order to complete a research. 3
10 Develop approaches for solving complex problems by taking responsibility. 2
11 Take responsibility with self-confidence. 3
12 Have the awareness of new and emerging applications in the profession 0
13 Present the results of their studies at national and international environments clearly in oral or written form. 0
14 Oversee the scientific and ethical values during data collection, analysis, interpretation and announcment of the findings. 0
15 Update his/her knowledge and skills in statistics and related fields continously 2
16 Communicate effectively in oral and written form both in Turkish and English. 3
17 Use hardware and software required for statistical applications. 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) 14 3 42
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 3 8 24
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 15 15
    Final Exam 1 20 20
Total Workload: 143
Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.72
ECTS Credit: 6