Introduction to linear algebra and differential equations

John W. Dettman0486651916, 9780486651910

Excellent introductory text for students with one year of calculus. Topics include complex numbers, determinants, orthonormal bases, symmetric and hermitian matrices, first order nonlinear equations, linear differential equations, Laplace transforms, Bessel functions and boundary-value problems. 48 black-and-white illustrations. Exercises with solutions. Index.