Hiroshima University Syllabus

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Japanese
Academic Year 2024Year School/Graduate School School of Science
Lecture Code HA100000 Subject Classification Specialized Education
Subject Name 代数学I
Subject Name
(Katakana)
ダイスウガク1
Subject Name in
English
Algebra I
Instructor TAKAHASHI NOBUYOSHI
Instructor
(Katakana)
タカハシ ノブヨシ
Campus Higashi-Hiroshima Semester/Term 2nd-Year,  First Semester,  1Term
Days, Periods, and Classrooms (1T) Tues3-4:SCI E104, (1T) Thur1-2:SCI E209
Lesson Style Lecture Lesson Style
(More Details)
 
Mainly lectures. Depending on the situation, lectures might be given online.  
Credits 2.0 Class Hours/Week   Language of Instruction J : Japanese
Course Level 2 : Undergraduate Low-Intermediate
Course Area(Area) 25 : Science and Technology
Course Area(Discipline) 01 : Mathematics/Statistics
Eligible Students
Keywords Linear space, linear map, Jordan normal form 
Special Subject for Teacher Education   Special Subject  
Class Status
within Educational
Program
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
Linear algebra is a classical and basic theory which is at the base of the modern mathematics.  
Criterion referenced
Evaluation
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
Mathematics
(Knowledge and Understanding)
・Understanding classical basic theory which is a base of modern mathematics.  Being able to find and explain issues from specific events.
(Abilities and Skills)
・To acquire basic mathematical abilities (Ability to understand concepts, calculation ability, argumentation ability). 
Class Objectives
/Class Outline
As a continuation of Linear Algebra I and II, the theory of linear spaces will be explained. Jordan normal forms will be discussed.  
Class Schedule lesson1 Linear spaces: axioms and examples
lesson2 Linear combinations, basis, dimension
lesson3 Change of basis
lesson4 Linear maps, matrix representation
lesson5 Kernel, image, dimension formula
lesson6 Scalar product, metric vector space
lesson7 Quadratic forms
lesson8 Mid-term examination
lesson9 Eigenvalues, eigenvectors, eigenspaces
lesson10 Generalized eigenspaces
lesson11 Nilpotent matrices
lesson12 Jordan normal forms, 1
lesson13 Jordan normal forms, 2
lesson14 Applications of Jordan normal forms, 1
lesson15 Applications of Jordan normal forms, 2

A final exam is planned. There might be a mid-term exam and quizzes. Depending on the situation, reports might be used for evaluation.

The content and schedule might change. 
Text/Reference
Books,etc.
Announced in the class. 
PC or AV used in
Class,etc.
 
(More Details) Slides, videos (when necessary) 
Learning techniques to be incorporated  
Suggestions on
Preparation and
Review
Read definitions, propositions and theorems(statements and proof) etc. carefully, and try to think how they apply to examples.  
Requirements It is recommended that you take Excersises in Algebra I.  
Grading Method Mainly based on exams. There might be quizzes and report assignments. Detailed explanations will be given in the class.  
Practical Experience  
Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it  
Message  
Other   
Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes.
Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching. 
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