Math 54
Math 54 is the lower division course in linear algebra, designed for math, physics, and engineering majors. It is a four unit course.
Overview
Prerequisites
Student Comments
“I took 54 and 89 at the same time. Pros: reinforcement for similar material, learn the math more solidly while getting to know physical applications. Cons: math requires more strict ways of doing things. Especially diffy q's. My math GSI definitely did not like separation of variables.” – Teresa Du, undergraduate physics
“It’s okay.” – Kevin Hu, undergraduate electrical engineering and computer sciences
“While this class is a good first introduction to linear algebra, it grossly misrepresents the subject as being calculation heavy. I would recommend taking math 110 to experience the beauty of linear algebra approached with an emphasis on abstraction and proofs.” – anonymous, undergraduate physics and applied mathematics