Numerical linear algebra

Author: Trevor A. Croft
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: "This is an excellent textbook, with unique and creative discussions that will undoubtedly benefit all those teaching in this field." — Professor Nicholas J. Higham, University of Manchester, Department of Applied Mathematics. This book comprehensively covers methods for solving systems of linear equations, least squares problems, and eigenvalue problems, including many recently developed methods. The book is divided into 6 parts and 40 lectures. Main contents include: QR decomposition and least squares problems, conditioning and stability, direct methods for solving systems of linear equations, eigenvalue problems, and iterative methods. This book can be used as a textbook for one semester for senior undergraduate or graduate students in computational mathematics, science, and engineering, or as a reference for applied workers.