MATH 355
Abstract Algebra
Spring 2015
(also offered Fall 2014)
Division III
Quantitative/Formal Reasoning
This is not the current course catalog
Class Details
Algebra gives us the tools to solve equations. Sets such as the integers or real numbers have special properties which make algebra work or not work according to the circumstances. In this course, we generalize algebraic processes and the sets upon which they operate in order to better understand, theoretically, when equations can and cannot be solved. We define and study the abstract algebraic structures called groups, rings and fields, as well as the concepts of factor group, quotient ring, homomorphism, isomorphism, and various types of field extensions.
The Class:
Format: lecture
Limit: 45
Expected: 30
Class#: 3458
Grading: yes pass/fail option, yes fifth course option
Limit: 45
Expected: 30
Class#: 3458
Grading: yes pass/fail option, yes fifth course option
Requirements/Evaluation:
evaluation will be based primarily on problem sets and exams
Prerequisites:
MATH 250 or permission of instructor
Distributions:
Division III
Quantitative/Formal Reasoning
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MATH 355 - 01 (S) LEC Abstract Algebra
MATH 355 - 01 (S) LEC Abstract AlgebraDivision III Quantitative/Formal ReasoningMWF 10:00 am - 10:50 am
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