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  Course Description
Course Name : Linear Algebra I

Course Code : ENM135

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 4

Name of Lecturer(s) :

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 : Turkish

Work Place : IE classrooms


  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, discussion
2 Matrix algebra, transpose and inverse of a matrix lecture, discussion
3 Solution of linear systems with Gaussian elimination lecture, discussion
4 Linear independence, rank of a mtarix lecture, discussion
5 Fundamental theorem of linear systems, finding inverse through Gauss-Jordan elimination lecture, discussion
6 Determinants, Cramer´s Rule lecture, discussion
7 Eigenvalues lecture, discussion
8 Review, midterm exam review, written exam
9 Similar matrices and diagonalization lecture, discussion
10 Introduction to vectors, vector algebra, vector products lecture, discussion
11 Analytical geometry with vectors, line and plane equations lecture, discussion
12 Vector functions and their analysis lecture, discussion
13 Gradient and directional derivative lecture, discussion
14 Curl and divergence lecture, discussion
15 Review review
16/17 Final Exam written exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Elemantary Linear Algebra - Keith Matthews
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 90
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 10
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 Can collect and analyze data required for industrial engineering problems ,develops and evaluates alternative solutions. 2
2 Has sufficient background on topics related to mathematics, physical sciences and industrial engineering. 5
3 Gains ability to use the acquired theoretical knowledge on basic sciences and industrial engineering for describing, formulating and solving an industrial engineering problem, and to choose appropriate analytical and modeling methods. 4
4 Gains ability to analyze a service and/or manufacturing system or a process and describes, formulates and solves its problems . 2
5 Gains ability to choose and apply methods and tools for industrial engineering applications. 3
6 Can access information and to search/use databases and other sources for information gathering. 1
7 Works efficiently and takes responsibility both individually and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. 1
8 Appreciates life time learning; follows scientific and technological developments and renews himself/herself continuously. 1
9 Can use computer software in industrial engineering along with information and communication technologies. 3
10 Can use oral and written communication efficiently. 2
11 Has a conscious understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities. 1
12 Uses English skills to follow developments in industrial engineering and to communicate with people in his/her profession. 1
13 Has a necessary consciousness on issues related to job safety and health, legal aspects of environment and engineering practice. 1
14 Becomes competent on matters related to project management, entrepreneurship, innovation and has knowledge about current matters in industrial engineering. 1
* 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 1 5 5
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 10 10
    Final Exam 1 10 10
Total Workload: 109
Total Workload / 25 (h): 4.36
ECTS Credit: 4