«Approved»

by the Dean
_________ Syzdykova Z.A.
«___» of __________ 2025

Syllabus
Academic Year 2024-2025

1. General Information
Course title Linear Algebra
Degree cycle Bachelor, Group of IT specialties, Software Engineering, Cyber
(level)/ major Security, Computer Science,
Year, trimester 1, 3
Number of credits 5
Language of English
Delivery
Prerequisites No prerequisites
Postrequisites Calculus 2, Probability and Statistics
Lecturer(s) Uldana Ostemirova, senior-lecturer, u.ostemirova@astanait.edu.kz
Astana IT University, Expo, C1 block, 3nd floor, room C1.1.337
2. Goals, Objectives and Learning Outcomes of the Course
1. Course The course covers systems of linear equations, matrices, inverse of a
Description matrix, determinant, vectors in two-, three- and n-dimensions, vector
spaces and subspaces, eigenvectors and eigenspaces, and applications
of linear algebra
2. Course Goal(s) To provide students with the knowledge of fundamentals of linear
algebra and the theory of matrices. On completion of this course the
student will master the basic concepts and acquires skills in solving
problems in linear algebra
3. Course Comprehend vector spaces and subspaces.
Objectives Understand fundamental properties of matrices including determinants,
inverse matrices, matrix factorizations, eigenvalues, and linear
transformations. Solve linear systems of equations
4. Skills & ability to write mathematical statements and problem solutions using
Competences mathematical symbols;
understanding of key mathematical concepts and the application of
appropriate tools to real problems;
Writing logical progressions of precise mathematical statements to
justify and communicate your reasoning
5. Course By the end of this course students will be able to:
Learning Use Gauss-Jordan elimination to solve systems of linear equations
Outcomes and to compute the inverse of an invertible matrix.
Use the basic concepts of vector and matrix algebra, including linear
dependence / independence, basis and dimension of a subspace, rank,
and nullity, for analysis of matrices and systems of linear equations.
Evaluate determinants and use them to discriminate between singular
and nonsingular matrices.
Use the characteristic polynomial to compute the eigenvalues and
eigenvectors of a square matrix and use them to diagonalize matrices
when this is possible.
 Combine methods of matrix algebra to compose the change-of-basis
matrix with respect to two bases of a vector space
6. Methods of The expected learning outcomes for the course will be assessed through
Assessment graded activities and ungraded activities. The graded activities include
exams, homework assignments, and quizzes. The ungraded activities
will include a monitoring of attendance and class participation. A
variety of ungraded assessment techniques may be employed, that
include problems to be completed during class, direct questioning of
students, answering student’s questions in class, and discussions during
office hours
7. Reading List Assigned reading materials and presentations should be read prior to
class. Class lectures and discussions will proceed with supplemental and
advanced topics, which could be difficult to understand unless students
have read the assigned material. Readings are listed in the schedule
section. All necessary updates and / or changes to the course will be
reflected in the Learning Management System (moodle.astanait.edu.kz).

Basic Literature:
1. David C. Lay. Linear Algebra and Its Applications. 5th edition,
2016
2. Introduction to linear Algebra. Gilbert Strang.
Supplementary literature:
1. Linear Algebra and Its Applications, by Gilbert Strang, 4th
Edition.
2. Beklemishev D.V. The Course in Analytical Geometry and
Linear Algebra. Moscow: Nauka, 2012.
3. Beklemisheva L.A., Petrovich A.Yu., Chubarov I.A. Book of
Problems in Analytical Geometry and Linear Algebra. Moscow,
2012
4. Resources Online journals, article, papers, books, and internet resources as well as
online emulators and online software for simulation
5. Course policy Course and University policies include:

Attendance:
Attendance is not allocated any grading points in the marking scheme
but is compulsory to pass the course. Normally students are required to
achieve course attendance of minimum 70% to get admitted to the
examination rubric.

In case a student misses 30% or more class sessions without a valid

excuse the instructor has the right to mark him as “not graded”. In such
case a student is not admitted to the exam and automatically fails the
course.

It should be NOTED that in cases when a student is excused for 30% of

the scheduled class sessions or more, he or she must study material
provided under the course on their own. Course instructor might provide
additional opportunities to submit missed graded pieces of work during
office hours or conduct alternative assessment exercises using method
of his or her choosing.
Preparation for Class: Class participation is a very important part of
the learning process in this course. Although not explicitly grade,
students will be evaluated on the QUALITY of their contributions and
insights. Quality comments possess one or more of the following
properties:
- Offers a different and unique, but relevant, perspective;
- Contributes to moving the discussion and analysis forward;
- Builds on other comments.

Class work: The duration of each lecture and practical lesson is 50

minutes for offline class, and 40 minutes for online class. Students are
expected to complete all readings and assignments ahead of time, attend
class regularly and participate in class discussions. In case of systemic
student’s misconduct, the student can be dispensed from the classes.

Being late on class: When students come to class late, it can disrupt the
flow of a lecture or discussion, distract other students, impede learning,
and generally erode class morale. Moreover, if left unchecked, lateness
can become chronic and spread throughout the class. Therefore, the
being late to the class is not welcome and can have restriction activities
by the course instructor.

Attestation I and II: Students, who score less than 25% for Attestation
period I or Attestation period II (RK1/RK2) automatically fail the
course.

Homework / Assignments: The assignments are designed to acquaint

students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for
the course. Assigned: HW will be assigned every week. HW
assignments include problem sets and propositions to prove.
Reading: It is the students' responsibility to read carefully and
thoroughly the appropriate section(s) from the textbooks and review
their class notes after each class.

Late submissions: Most assignments will be discussed in class on the

due date. It is expected that all work will be submitted on time. All
gradings are based using a percentage grading scale.

In the case of some extraordinary event, students should notify the

course instructor and request an extension of the deadline for
submission. If approved, a new date will be given to the student
depending upon the circumstances by the instructor.

Final exam will be held on the Examination session (according to the

Academic Calendar). Form of the Final exam is written exam.

Laptops and mobile devices can only be used for classroom purposes
when directed by the course instructor. Misuse of laptops or handheld
devices will be considered a breach of discipline and appropriate action
will be initiated by the instructor.

Online lessons can be used in case if there won’t be a chance to make

offline traditional lessons. It must not discourage the interest and
enthusiasm of students. The main software to run the online lessons is
 Microsoft Teams for video calls and live webinars, and Moodle
(moodle.astanait.edu.kz) as a Learning Management System. Also,
some alternatives such as Telegram, Zoom, or other messenger may be
involved as an additional workaround.

Cheating and plagiarism are defined in the Academic conduct policies

of the university and include:
1. Submitting work that is not your own papers, assignments, or exams;
2. Copying ideas, words, or graphics from a published or unpublished
source without appropriate citation;
3. Submitting or using falsified data;
4. Submitting the same work for credit in two courses without prior
consent of both instructors.
Any student who is found cheating or plagiarizing on any work for this
course will receive 0 (zero) for that work and further actions will also
be taken regarding academic conduct policies of the university.

Academic Conduct Policies of the university: The full texts of all the
academic conduct code will be posted to the students using Learning
Management System (moodle.astanait.edu.kz).

Contacting the Course instructor: The easiest and most reliable way
to get in touch with the course instructor is by email. Students must feel
free to send email if you have a question related to the course. Instructor
responds as soon as they can but not always instantaneously. Besides
that, students are also welcomed to arrange a one-to-one meeting with
the instructor by their office during office hours to discuss the class
using both offline and online

3. Course Content

# Abbreviation Meaning
1 ISIS Instructor-supervised independent work
2 SIS Students’ independent work
3 IP Individual project
4 PA Practical assignment
5 LW Laboratory work
6 MCQ Multiple choice quiz

3.1 Lecture, Practical/Seminar/Laboratory Session Plans

(Hours/Week
Lectures

Practice
sessions
(H/W)

(H/W)

(H/W)

Week
TSIS

SIS

Course Topic
)

No

1 Linear Equations in Linear Algebra 3 2 1 9

Systems of Linear Equations; Row Reduction and
Echelon Forms; Vector Equations; The Matrix
Equation; Solution Sets of Linear Systems
2 Linear Independence; Introduction to Linear 3 2 1 9
Transformations; The Matrix of a Linear
Transformation
3 Matrix Algebra 3 2 1 9
Matrix Operations; The Inverse of a Matrix;
Characterizations of Invertible Matrices; Matrix
Factorizations
4 Determinants. Introduction to Determinants; 3 2 1 9
Properties of Determinants; Cramer’s Rule,
Volume

5 Vector Spaces. Vector Spaces and Subspaces; 3 2 1 9

Subspaces of Rn; Null Space, Column Space, Row
space
6 Linearly Independent Sets; Bases; Coordinate 3 2 1 9
Systems; The Dimension of a Vector Space; Rank;
Change of Basis
7 Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors. The Characteristic 3 2 1 9
Equation; Diagonalization
8 Eigenvectors and Linear Transformations; 3 2 1 9
Complex Eigenvalues
9 Orthogonality. Inner product; length, and 3 2 1 9
orthogonality; Orthogonal sets; Orthogonal
projections
10 Review of the course 3 2 1 9
Total hours: 30 20 10 90

3.2 List of Assignments for Student Independent Study

Assignments (topics) for Recommended literature and other
№ Hours
Independent study sources (links)
1 2 3 4
1 Chapter 1 Linear Equations in 9 David C. Lay, Steven R. Lay, Judi J.
Linear Algebra McDonald - Linear Algebra and Its
1.1 Systems of Linear Equations; Applications (c2016, Pearson Education)
1.2 Row Reduction and Echelon
Forms; 1.3 Vector Equations; 1.4
The Matrix Equation; 1.5 Solution
Sets of Linear Systems
2 1.7 Linear Independence; 1.8 David C. Lay, Steven R. Lay, Judi J.
9
Introduction to Linear McDonald - Linear Algebra and Its
Transformations; 1.9 The Matrix Applications (c2016, Pearson Education)
of a Linear Transformation

3 Chapter 2 Matrix Algebra 9 David C. Lay, Steven R. Lay, Judi J.

2.1 Matrix Operations; 2.2 The McDonald - Linear Algebra and Its
Inverse of a Matrix; 2.3 Applications (c2016, Pearson Education)
Characterizations of Invertible
Matrices; 2.4 Partitioned
Matrices; 2.5 Matrix
 Factorizations
4 Chapter 3 Determinants 9 David C. Lay, Steven R. Lay, Judi J.
3.1 Introduction to Determinants; McDonald - Linear Algebra and Its
3.2 Properties of Determinants; Applications (c2016, Pearson Education)
3.3 Cramer’s Rule, Volume, and
Linear Transformations
5 Chapter 4 Vector Spaces 9 David C. Lay, Steven R. Lay, Judi J.
4.1 Vector Spaces and Subspaces; McDonald - Linear Algebra and Its
2.8 Subspaces of Rn; Applications (c2016, Pearson Education)
4.2 Null Spaces, Column Spaces,
Row space
Midterm exam

6 4.3 Linearly Independent Sets; 9 David C. Lay, Steven R. Lay, Judi J.

Bases. 4.4 Coordinate Systems. McDonald - Linear Algebra and Its
4.5 The Dimension of a Vector Applications (c2016, Pearson Education)
Space; 4.6 Rank; 4.7 Change of
Basis
7 Chapter 5 Eigenvalues and 9 David C. Lay, Steven R. Lay, Judi J.
Eigenvectors McDonald - Linear Algebra and Its
5.1 Eigenvectors and Applications (c2016, Pearson Education)
Eigenvalues; 5.2 The
Characteristic Equation; 5.3
Diagonalization
8 5.4 Eigenvectors and Linear 9 David C. Lay, Steven R. Lay, Judi J.
Transformations; 5.5 Complex McDonald - Linear Algebra and Its
Eigenvalues. Applications (c2016, Pearson Education)

9 Chapter 6. Orthogonality. 6.1 9 David C. Lay, Steven R. Lay, Judi J.

Inner product; length, and McDonald - Linear Algebra and Its
orthogonality; 6.2 Orthogonal Applications (c2016, Pearson Education)
sets; 6.3 Orthogonal projections.
Endterm exam
10 Review of the course 9 David C. Lay, Steven R. Lay, Judi J.
McDonald - Linear Algebra and Its
Applications (c2016, Pearson Education)
Total: 90

4. Student Performance Evaluation System for the Course

Period Assignments Number of Total

points
1st Homework-1 5
attestation Homework-2 5
Homework-3 5 100
Quiz-1 25
Homework-4 5
Homework-5 5
Mid Term Exam 50
 2nd Homework-6 5
attestation Homework-7 5
Homework-8 5 100
Quiz-2 25
Homework-9 5
Classwork-10 5
End Term Exam 50
Final exam Written Exam 100
Total 0,3 * 1st Att + 0,3 * 2nd Att + 0,4*Final 100

Achievement level as per course curriculum shall be assessed according to the evaluation chart
adopted by the academic credit system.

Letter Numerical Grade according to the traditional

Percentage
Grade equivalent system
А 4,0 95-100
Excellent
А- 3,67 90-94
В+ 3,33 85-89
В 3,0 80-84
Good
В- 2,67 75-79
С+ 2,33 70-74
С 2,0 65-69
С- 1,67 60-64
D+ 1,33 55-59 Satisfactory
D 1,0 50-54
FX 0 25-49
Fail
F 0 0-24

Based on the specific grade for each assignment, and the final grade, following criteria must be
satisfied:

Grade Criteria to be satisfied

- Work would be worthy of further dissemination under appropriate conditions
- Mastery of advanced methods and techniques at a level beyond that explicitly
taught
- Ability to synthesize and employ in an original way idea from across the subject
90-100 - Outstanding command of critical analysis and judgment
- Excellent range and depth of attainment of intended outcomes
- Mastery of a wide range of methods and techniques
- Evidence of study and originality of what has been taught
80-89 - Able to display a command of critical analysis and judgement
- Attained all the intended learning outcomes for a unit
- Able to use well a range of methods and techniques to come to conclusions
70-79 - Able to employ critical analysis and judgement
 - Some limitations in attainment of learning objectives, but has managed to grasp
most of them
- Able to use most of the methods and techniques taught
- Evidence of study and comprehension of what has been taught but grasp insecure
- Some grasp of the issues and concepts underlying the techniques and material
60-69 taught, but weak and incomplete
- Attainment of only a minority of the learning outcomes
- Able to demonstrate a clear but limited use of some of the basic methods and
techniques taught
- Weak and incomplete grasp of what has been taught
- Deficient understanding of the issues and concepts underlying the techniques and
50-59 material taught
- Attainment of nearly all the intended learning outcomes deficient
- Lack of ability to use at all or the right methods and techniques taught
- Inadequately and incoherently presented
- Wholly deficient grasp of what has been taught
- Lack of understanding of the issues and concepts underlying the techniques and
25-49 material taught
No significant assessable material, absent or assessment missing a must pass
0-24 component

5. Methodological Guidelines
Assessment is administered continuously throughout the course. The students are rated
against their performance in continuous rating administered throughout the semester (60%)
and summative rating done during the examination session (40%), total 100%. Continuous
rating is students’ on-going performance in class and independent work. Class work is assessed
for attendance, laboratory works' defense and in- class assessments.
- Homework - comprises handwrite full solution done by students independently and
checked by instructor.
- Quizes, Mid-term and End-term is a review of the topics covered and assessment of
each student's knowledge. The form of the midterm and endterm exams are complex.
- Final exam is in written format.

6. Lecturer (lecturers) approvals Full name Job title Date Sign

Full name Job title Date Sign

Uldana Ostemirova Senior lecturer
Anuar Aryngazin Senior lecturer
Zhanerke Katrenova Senior lecturer
Altyngul Zhandesh Teacher-Instructor
Aigerim Bazarkhanova Teacher

Director Sergaziyev M.Zh.