MAT300 Abstract Algebra (3 UNITS)
Objectives
- To introduce the students to algebraic structures, such as groups, rings and fields
- To show the power of generalization and abstraction
- To provide the students with a foundation in mathematical reasoning and writing that will aid the students in their future mathematics courses
Delivery: 30 lectures, 15 tutorials
Assessment: Course work: 50% Final Exam: 50%.
Online or Downloadable References for the Course:
- Course Outline & other course documents …
- eTextbook
- Reference eBooks
- Beachy, John A. Abstract Algebra: A Study Guide for Beginners. Northern Illinois University, 2012.
- Connell, Edwin H. Elements of Abstract and Linear Algebra, 2004.
- Garrett, Paul. Abstract Algebra. University of Minnesota, 1996-2012.
- Student-oriented text covering the standard first year graduate course in algebra (Prof. Robert Ash, UIUC)
- Online Resources