MATH 254 - Introduction to Linear Algebra

    Recent Professors
    Robert Owen Scott, Jason Joseph Thoma, Chieh-Mi Lu, Anne Gloag, Wesley Ha, Kristen Ann Beck, Xiaomeng Hu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    35–45 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    MATH 151 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 2 · IGETC Area 2A · CSU GE Area B4
    Description
    This course serves as an introduction to the theory and applications of elementary linear algebra, and is the basis for most upper division courses in mathematics. The topics covered in this course include matrix algebra, Gaussian Elimination, systems of equations, determinants, Euclidean and general vector spaces, linear transformations, orthogonality and inner product spaces, bases of vector spaces, the Change of Basis Theorem, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, the rank and nullity of matrices and introduction to linear transformations. This course is intended for the transfer student planning to major in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, operational research, economics, or other sciences.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm, Tue Thu 9:35am–11:00am, Mon Wed 8:00am–11:05am, Tue Thu 1:40pm–3:00pm