Linear Algebra

The aim of this book is two-fold: to introduce the fundamental concepts of linear algebra and to apply the theorems in computation-oriented applications. The book is suitable for a one semester coursein linear algebra that can be used in a variety of contexts. The presentationof the material combines definitions and proofs with an emphasis oncomputational applications, providing examples that illustrate the use ofsoftware packages such as Mathematica®,Maple®, and Sage. Features: - Introduces the fundamental concepts of linear algebra and applies the theorems in computation-oriented applications - Presents a brief introduction of some aspects of abstract algebra that relate directly to linear algebra, such as groups, rings, modules, fields and polynomials over fields.