MTH 253 Series Calculus/Linear Algebra

The third course in the calculus sequence for students majoring in mathematics, science and engineering. Topics include sequences and series of real and complex functions, matrix algebra, linear dependence and independence, eigen values and eigenvectors. This course satisfies the OSU requirement of MTH 264 and MTH  265 for engineering programs.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: MTH 252 Integral Calculus with a grade of C or better.

Notes

Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course

General Education Requirements

AAS Math/Computation, AGS Math/Science, AAOT Math, AAOT Science/Math Non Lab, AS Math,

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Determine whether a sequence or series converges or diverges. Calculate exactly (if possible) or approximate the sum of a convergent series. Understand and utilize power series to perform mathematical calculations. Apply vector and matrix operations to systems of equations and transformation matrices.