MATH 80 - Linear Algebra

    Recent Professors
    Tracy Redden, Vineta Harper
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    28–40 students
    Difficulty
    7.0Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    MATH 066 or equivalent college course with a minimum grade of C.
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 2 · IGETC Area 2A · CSU GE Area B4
    Description
    This course develops the techniques and theory needed to solve and classify systems of linear equations. Solution techniques include row operations, Gaussian elimination, and matrix algebra. The course investigates the properties of vectors in two and three dimensions, leading to the notion of an abstract vector space. Vector space and matrix theory are presented including topics such as inner products, norms, orthogonality, eigenvalues, eigenspaces, and linear transformations. Selected applications of linear algebra are included. Supplemental learning assistance is available for students to strengthen skills and to reinforce student mastery of concepts. Students enrolled in MATH 080 may access the supplemental learning assistance by enrolling in MATH 400 , an open entry/open exit non-credit course. (C-ID MATH250)
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu 8:10am–9:00am, Tue Thu 10:10am–12:00pm