Course detail

Matrices and Tensors Calculus

FEKT-MPC-MATAcad. year: 2020/2021

Matrices as algebraic structure. Matrix operations. Determinant. Matrices in systems of linear algebraic equations. Vector space, its basis and dimension. Coordinates and their transformation. Sum and intersection of vector spaces. Linear mapping of vector spaces and its matrix representation. Inner (dot) product, orthogonal projection and the best approximation element. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Spectral properties of (especially Hermitian) matrices. Bilinear and quadratic forms. Definitness of quadratic forms. Linear forms and tensors. Verious types of coordinates. Covariant, contravariant and mixed tensors. Tensor operations. Tensor and wedge products.Antilinear forms. Matrix formulation of quantum. Dirac notation. Bra and Ket vectors. Wave packets as vectors. Hermitian linear operator. Schrodinger equation. Uncertainty Principle and Heisenberg relation. Multi-qubit systems and quantum entaglement. Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen experiment-paradox. Quantum calculations. Density matrix. Quantum teleportation.

Supervisor

doc. RNDr. Martin Kovár, Ph.D.

Department

Department of Mathematics (UMAT)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

The student will brush up and improve his skills in

- solving the systems of linear equations
- calculating determinants of higher order using various methods
- using various matrix operations

The student wil further learn up to

- find the basis and dimension of a vector space
- express the vectors in various bases and calculate their coordinates
- calculate the intersection and sum of vector spaces
- find the ortohogonal projection of a vector into a vector subspace
- find the orthogonal complement of a vector subspace
- calculate the eigenvalues and the eigenvectors of a square matrix
- find the spectral representation of a Hermitian matrix
- determine the type of a conic section or a quadric
- classify a quadratic form with respect to its definiteness
- express tensors in various types of bases
- calculate various types of tensor products
- use the matrix representation for selected quantum quantities and calculations

Prerequisites

The knowledge of the content of the subject Matematika 1 is required. The previous attendance to the subject Matematický seminář is warmly recommended.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Recommended or required reading

KOVÁR, M., Maticový a tenzorový počet, Skriptum, Brno, 2013, 220s. (CS)
KOVÁR, M., Selected Topics on Multilinear Algebra with Applications, Skriptum, Brno, 2015, 141s. (EN)
CRANDAL R. E., Mathematica for the Sciences, Addison-Wesley, Redwood City, 1991. (EN)
DAVIS H. T., Thomson K. T., Linear Algebra and Linear Operators in Engineering, Academic Press, San Diego, 2007. (EN)
MANNUCI M. A., Yanofsky N. S., Quantum Computing For Computer Scientists, Cambridge University Press, Cabridge, 2008. (EN)
NAHARA M., Ohmi T., Quantum Computing: From Linear Algebra to Physical Realizations, CRC Press, Boca Raton, 2008. (EN)
GRIFFITHS D. Introduction to Elementary Particles, Wiley WCH, Weinheim, 2009. (EN)

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Teaching methods depend on the type of course unit as specified in the BUT Rules for Studies and Examinations.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

The semester examination is rated at a maximum of 70 points. It is possible to get a maximum of 30 points in practices, 20 of which are for written tests and 10 points for 2 project solutions, 5 points of each.

Language of instruction

Czech

Work placements

Not applicable.

Course curriculum

1. Matrices as algebraic structure. Matrix operations. Determinant.
2. Matrices in systems of linear algebraic equations.
3. Vector space, its basis and dimension. Coordinates and their transformation. Sum and intersection of vector spaces.
4. Linear mapping of vector spaces and its matrix representation.
5. Inner (dot) product, orthogonal projection and the best approximation element.
6. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Spectral properties of (especially Hermitian) matrices.
7. Bilinear and quadratic forms. Definitness of quadratic forms.
8. Linear forms and tensors. Verious types of coordinates. Covariant, contravariant and mixed tensors.
9. Tensor operations. Tensor and wedge products.Antilinear forms.
10. Matrix formulation of quantum. Dirac notation. Bra and Ket vectors. Wave packets as vectors.
11. Hermitian linear operator. Schrodinger equation. Uncertainty Principle and Heisenberg relation.
12. Multi-qubit systems and quantum entaglement. Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen experiment-paradox.
13. Quantum calculations. Density matrix. Quantum teleportation.

Aims

Master the bases of the matrices and tensors calculus and its applications.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

The content and forms of instruction in the evaluated course are specified by a regulation issued by the lecturer responsible for the course and updated for every academic year.

Classification of course in study plans

Programme MPC-EEN Master's, any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
Programme IT-MGR-2 Master's
branch MBI , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
branch MPV , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
branch MGM , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
branch MSK , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
branch MIS , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
branch MBS , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
branch MIN , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
branch MMI , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
branch MMM , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
Programme MITAI Master's
specialization NADE , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NBIO , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NGRI , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NNET , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NVIZ , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NCPS , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NSEC , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NEMB , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NISD , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NIDE , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NISY , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NMAL , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NMAT , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NSEN , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NVER , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
specialization NSPE , any year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, elective
Programme MPC-AUD Master's
specialization AUDM-TECH , 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory-optional
specialization AUDM-ZVUK , 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory-optional
Programme MPC-BIO Master's, 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory-optional
Programme MPC-TIT Master's, 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory-optional
Programme MPC-EVM Master's, 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory-optional
Programme MPC-EKT Master's, 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory-optional
Programme MPC-IBE Master's, 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory
Programme MITAI Master's
specialization NHPC , 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory
Programme MPC-MEL Master's, 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory-optional
Programme MPC-SVE Master's, 1. year of study, summer semester, 5 credits, compulsory-optional