Linear Algebra, Section 01 (Math 339)

Instructor: M. Kate Kearney
E-Mail: kearney@gonzaga.edu
Office Number: Herak 227B
Office Hours: by appointment

Homework: Is posted here.

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Syllabus
Class meets MWF 9:30-11:30 via zoom. In accordance with Gonzaga's attendance policy you should not miss more than 3 meetings of this course.

We will be using the book Linear Algebra and its Applications, Fifth Edition by David C Lay.

Grades will be assigned based on the following:
Homework and Quizzes20%
Exams80%

• Homework will be assigned regularly, and will be due the following day. Homework assignments are posted on this webpage. Deadlines may change depending on the rate we are able to discuss the material. Homework credit will be given through homework quizzes.

• Quizzes will be held in class regularly, and will cover problems either directly from or similar to the problems on your homework. The majority of your homework/quiz grade will come from quizzes. There are no make-ups for quizzes.

• Exams are tentatively scheduled for May 28, June 4, June 11, June 18 and June 25. Exam dates will be confirmed at least one week prior to the exam. Make-ups must be confirmed with your Professor at least 24 hours prior to the exam. Each exam will cover one chapter from the text. There will not be a cumulative final.
Calculators will not be allowed on any quizzes or tests.



Academic Integrity
While collaboration and good use of resources are important for the learning process, you are expected to complete all your work on your own. You may talk with other people about how to solve homework problems, but your write-up should be done individually. Quizzes and tests are strictly your own work and any evidence of sources outside your own brain will be considered cheating. Sharing your work inappropriately with another student is also considered cheating.

Any cases of cheating will be dealt with seriously. You will be asked to meet with me and the math department chair. Severe cases may result in failure of the course and will be reported to the Dean.

Please refer to the student handbook for a description of the University's Academic Honesty policy.


A NOTE ON HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION AND SEXUAL MISCONDUCT:

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CLASS ATTENDANCE:

I follow strictly the university's standard policy on absences: the maximum allowable absence is two class hours (100 minutes) for each class credit. For a three-credit class meeting three times a week, the maximum number of absences allowed is six. For a three-credit class meeting twice a week, the maximum number of absences allowed is four. The grade for excessive absences is "V", which has the same effect as "F" (Fail) and is counted in the GPA. (See also "Class Attendance Policy" on page 68 of the University's online catalogue)

ACADEMIC HONESTY:

Academic honesty is expected of all Gonzaga University students. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, and theft. Any student found guilty of academic dishonesty is subject to disciplinary action, which may include, but is not limited to, (1) a failing grade for the test or assignment in question, (2) a failing grade for the course, or (3) a recommendation for dismissal from the University. (See also "Academic Honesty" on page 67 of the University's online catalogue)

COURSE EVALUATION:

At Gonzaga, we take teaching seriously, and we ask our students to evaluate their courses and instructors so that we can provide the best possible learning experience. In that spirit, we ask students to give us feedback on their classroom experience near the end of the semester. I will ask you to take a few minutes then to carry out course/instructor evaluation on-line. Please know that I appreciate your participation in this process. This is a vital part of our efforts at Gonzaga to improve continually our teaching, our academic programs, and our entire educational effort.