Math 346, Fall Semester 2026
Applied Linear Algebra
Unique Number # 59155.
Time and location:
TTH 12:30-2:00PM -
PMA 5.118
Instructor: Thomas Chen
Office: PMA 12.138 --
no carry.
Email
COURSE DESCRIPTION AND PREREQUISITES
Emphasis on diagonalization of linear operators and applications to dynamical systems and ordinary differential equations. Other subjects include inner products and orthogonality, normal mode expansions, vibrating strings, the wave equation, and Fourier series. Some examples relating to data analysis might be included.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 341 or 340L with a grade of at least C-, please see
here.
For important dates, please see the
Academic Calendar.
SYLLABUS
Textbook:
Lorenzo Sadun, Applied Linear Algebra - The Decoupling Principle.
The syllabus, course material, key dates, exam information, and updates are posted
only on
Canvas.
Class attendance is required.
For tutoring services to students, please see
here and
here.
SERVICES AND SUPPORT
The University of Texas at Austin provides upon request appropriate academic accommodations
for qualified students with disabilities.
For more information, contact the Office of the Dean of Students at 471-6259, 471-4641 TTY.
Moreover, should you or a fellow student become very stressed and overwhelmed, please consider contacting the following service:
Counseling and Mental Health Center
Student Services Bldg (SSB), 5th Floor
100 West Dean Keeton Street
Hours: M--F 8am--5pm
Phone: (512) 471 3515
www.cmhc.utexas.edu