The course definitely isn't easy, but the workload is manageable if you keep on top of the material. Much of the course is very theory-based, so it took a bit of time to get used to, but in general it kept actual calculations simple. In general, assignments were somewhat more difficult than midterms and the final exam, but my TA did his best to make the assignments as easy as possible. The midterms felt short on time, but the questions weren't very difficult and getting part marks wasn't hard either. The final project was a fair amount of work, but not overly challenging in terms of concepts.

The course essentially covered various methods for solving systems of linear equations, which has already been useful in other courses. In particular, vectors had a lot of overlap with PHYS110. Assignments also introduced MATLAB, which for our purposes was just a easy tool to use to make calculations involving more complicated matrices.

Dr. Morrison kind of just turned the textbook into lectures, but she also added her own commentary on definitions and theorems that helped me better understand the content, and she more than willing to add extra examples to her notes when students were confused about concepts. She was really on top of communicating errors in assignments, the occasional tips for completing the assignments, and general news about the course. She also added the occasional random story about her life, which was always a fun way to take a break from the math.

Do all the practice you can, and if you get lost early, do absolutely everything you can to get on top of it or drop the course. The content builds on itself, so if you don't understand what happened in the first few weeks you won't understand the rest of it either. Go to your tutorials, go to office hours or the MSAC, or even just read the textbook.

For first year engineering the class is definitely not easy. Most peoples first look at theory and proof heavy mathematics. If you do the homework and study lots it is not too bad.

Lots of the main ideas in this course are used in MANY other engineering classes. Even if you don't get the best grade ensure you at least understand the material.

Chris was the best first year professor I had. The kindest most positive thinking man I have ever met. Often showed us cute pictures of his kid and told us heart warming stories. As a lecturer he can talk a little fast but has no problem slowing down or reiterating stuff on the board.

Keep up with studying, the course is difficult to cram prior to an exam so get the material in your head.

Class Average: 67.0% Is one of the hardest classes. Material is very math-heavy and theoretical for first-year engineering students. Unfortunately, this course's material is fundamental, and the material will pop up in courses from first to final year.

If another professor/section is better don't be afraid to attend. Just don't miss midterms in original section.

Eagle is the best, class is very hard and VERY theory based, best way to prepare is to take very in depth notes in class and go over / review notes when you can.

Do lots of questions from the book when preparing for midterms, in this class repetition is VERY key.

Chris Eagle is a great teacher and did a good job of teaching this course using relevant chalk board examples and providing clear formulas and proofs. While not useful for 100- and 200- classes, matrix algebra is very important for some upper level 400- engineering courses.

Get comfortable with theorems and practice examples. Attend lectures and stay up-to-date with new content.