MATH367 ABSTRACT ALGEBRA

Course Code:2360367
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):4 (3.00 - 2.00)
ECTS Credit:9.0
Department:Mathematics
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:Lecturer Dr. MUHİDDİN UĞUZ
Offered Semester:Fall Semesters.

Course Objectives

The main purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the subject of algebra. The emphasis is on groups, rings, fields, and some related structures.


Course Content

Groups. Isomorphism theorems, direct pro-ducts. Groups acting on sets. Class equation. Statements of Sylow theorems and the F.T. on finite abelian groups. Rings, isomorphism theorems. Prime and maximal ideals. Integral domains, field of fractions. Euclidean domains, PIDs, UFDs. Polynomials, polynomials in several variables. Field extensions. Impossibility of certain geometric constructions. Finite fields.


Course Learning Outcomes

The students who succeed in this course;

  • will have a working knowledge of important mathematical concepts in abstract algebra.
  • will gain experience and confidence in proving theorems.

Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
#Program Outcomes0123
1Acquires mathematical thinking skills (problem solving, generating ways of thinking, forming correspondence, generalizing etc.) and can use them in related fields.
2Can produce innovative thoughts and products.
3Can design mathematics related problems, devise solution methods and apply them when appropriate.
4Has a comprehension of mathematical symbols, concepts together with the interactions among them and can express his/her solutions similarly.
5Has a command of Turkish and English languages so that he/she can actively communicate (read, write, listen and speak).
6Contributes to solving global, environmental and social problems either individually or as being part of a social group.
7Respects ethical values and rules; applies them in professional and social issues.
8Can work cooperatively in a team and also individually.
9Is responsive to life-long learning, improving his/her skills and abilities
10Comprehends necessity of knowledge, can define it and acquires it; uses knowledge effectively and shares it with others

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