Jul 31, 2025  
2025-26 RCC Catalog 
    
2025-26 RCC Catalog
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MTH 261 - Linear Algebra


5 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):  

MTH 251Z  and MTH 252Z  

Course Description: First course in linear algebra for science, mathematics, and engineering students. Includes both the theoretical and practical realms of systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, inner product spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

Course Learning Outcomes:

  • CLO#1: Demonstrate various matrix operations including determinants. (ILO: Quantitative Literacy & Reasoning)
  • CLO#2: Demonstrate skill with vector spaces, subspaces and their applications.
  • CLO#3: Demonstrate skill with inner product spaces and their applications.
  • CLO#4: Demonstrate skill with Eigen vectors and values and their applications.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Accompanying Student’s Solution Manual workbook.

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
LECTURE PORTION: A required state minimum of (40) and a standard RCC delivery of (44) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (48) hours per term. LECTURE/LAB PORTION: A required state minimum of (20) and a standard RCC delivery of (22) lecture/lab hours per term, not to exceed (24) hours per term.



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