Math 316 - Spring 2008
Abstract Algebra II

Brief course description: This is the second semester of a year-long course which will prepare graduate students for future work where algebra is needed. In the second semester we will cover topics from linear and multilinear algebra, field extensions, and Galois theory. This corresponds to Parts III and IV in the course text. If time permits, we may discuss commutative algebra (in Part V) or representation theory (in Part VI).

Prerequisites: Math 315 and a basic undergraduate course in linear algebra.

Course grade:  This will be based on the following weighting:

• 40% homework, 30% midterm, 30% final.

Homework: Homework assignments will be posted on the bottom of this web. Due dates will be marked on each assignment. All homeworks and exams must be prepared using LaTeX. No late homeworks will be accepted.

• Computational homework problems should present a complete calculation, starting with the data of the problem. Do not just give the answer.

Exams:  There will be 1 midterm and a final.  

• There are no makeup exams.
• If you need exam accommodations based on a documented disability, you need to speak with both the Center for Student Disabilities and the course instructor within the first two weeks of the semester.