Linear Algebra Practice and MATLAB Introduction

Author: Chen Huaichen
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Publish Date: 2005-10-01
Features: This supplementary textbook on linear algebra was developed based on the guiding principle of "using software tools to enhance linear algebra teaching," drawing inspiration from the ATLAST project of the U.S. National Science Foundation (1992–1997). Its purpose is to address the shortcomings of existing textbooks in China. It is divided into two parts: The first part introduces the software tool MATLAB, used in linear algebra, which can serve as both a textbook and a reference manual; the second part covers practical applications of linear algebra. This second part includes three main components: first, it utilizes MATLAB's visualization capabilities to provide geometric interpretations of linear algebra concepts; second, it offers concise algorithms and programs to simplify complex calculations in linear algebra; third, it presents numerous examples of linear algebra modeling in various engineering and economic fields, along with the physical significance of their solutions. By reading this book, abstract, cumbersome, and tedious linear algebra can be transformed into an engaging, clear, and exciting course. This textbook can be used as a supplementary resource for undergraduate linear algebra courses or as a reference for teachers, engineers, and graduate students in the fields of engineering and economics. This supplementary textbook on linear algebra was developed based on the guiding principle of "using software tools to enhance linear algebra teaching," drawing inspiration from the ATLAST project of the U.S. National Science Foundation (1992–1997). Its purpose is to address the shortcomings of existing textbooks in China. It is divided into two parts: The first part introduces the software tool MATLAB, used in linear algebra, which can serve as both a textbook and a reference manual; the second part covers practical applications of linear algebra. This second part includes three main components: first, it utilizes MATLAB's visualization capabilities to provide geometric interpretations of linear algebra concepts; second, it offers concise algorithms and programs to simplify complex calculations in linear algebra; third, it presents numerous examples of linear algebra modeling in various engineering and economic fields, along with the physical significance of their solutions. By reading this book, abstract, cumbersome, and tedious linear algebra can be transformed into an engaging, clear, and exciting course. This textbook can be used as a supplementary resource for undergraduate linear algebra courses or as a reference for teachers, engineers, and graduate students in the fields of engineering and economics.