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MATH 236. Algebra 2.

Credits: 3
Offered by: Mathematics and Statistics (Faculty of Science)
Terms offered: Winter 2027
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Description

Linear equations over a field. Introduction to vector spaces. Linear mappings. Matrix representation of linear mappings. Determinants. Eigenvectors and eigenvalues. Diagonalizable operators. Cayley-Hamilton theorem. Bilinear and quadratic forms. Inner product spaces, orthogonal diagonalization of symmetric matrices. Canonical forms.
  • Winter
  • Prerequisite: MATH 235 or MATH 245
  • Restrictions: Not open to students who have taken or are taking MATH 247 or MATH 251.

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