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MATH 146: Numerical Linear Algebra

Units: 4

Matrix factorization and iterative methods for solving systems of linear equations. Topics include floating point arithmetic, eigenvalue problems, conditioning and stability, LU factorization, QR factorization, and SVD with applications in science and engineering.

Course Details
Repeats Allowed for Credit: 0

Laboratory included
Normal Letter Grade only

GE Requirements
  • Upper Division: Crossroads

Requisites and Restrictions
Prerequisite Courses: BIOE 021 or CSE 019 or CSE 022 or DSC 011 or ME 021 or equivalent exam
Prerequisite Courses with Concurrent Option: MATH 141 or MATH 130 or MATH 131


Instructor Permission Required: No


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