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Linear Algebra
Lineare Algebra
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:48:03
Abstract
Introduction to linear algebra (vector spaces, linear transformations, matrices), inner product, determinants, matrix decompositions (LU, QR, eigenvalue and singular value decomposition).
Objective
- Understand and apply fundamental concepts of linear algebra - Learn about applications of linear algebra
Content
Linear Algebra: Linear systems of equations, vectors and matrices, norms and scalar products, LU decomposition, vector spaces and linear transformations, least squares problems, QR decomposition, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, singular value decomposition, applications.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Extracts from the lecture notes "Lineare Algebra" (by Gutknecht) in German, with English expressions for all technical terms.
Literature
Recommendations on the course website
Learning Materials (Links)
- Main link
- Webseite der Vorlesung
- Literature
- Skript "Lineare Algebra", by Martin H. Gutknecht
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 180 minutes
- Aids
- 12 A4-Seiten handgeschriebene Notizen; ein Wörterbuch für fremdsprachige Studierende; kein Taschenrechner.
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture |
Lineare Algebra
Vorlesung im HG F7 mit Videoübertragung ins HG F5.
|
|
4 h weekly |
| exercise |
Lineare Algebra
Do 8-10, Do 16-18 oder Fr 14-16 gemäss Gruppeneinteilung
|
|
2 h weekly |