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Academic Year 2005/2006


Abstract Algebra: Groups, Rings and Fields
MATH 261 FA

An introduction to abstract algebra: groups, rings, fields. Development of fundamental properties of those algebraic structures that are important throughout mathematics.

MAJOR READINGS

Rotman, Joseph J., A FIRST COURSE IN ABSTRACT ALGEBRA, 2nd edition

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

One or two tests, weekly problem sets, a final.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Students should already have taken MATH221 or MATH223.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM MATH    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Wood,Carol S.   
Times: .M.W.F. 11:00AM-11:50AM;     Location: SCIE638;
Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: 30)
SR. major: 0   Jr. major: 0
SR. non-major: 10   Jr. non-major: 10   SO: 8   FR: 2

Special Attributes:
Curricular Renewal:    Quantitative Reasoning
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Last Updated on MAR-30-2006


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