Math 567: Abstract Algebra II
This is the second semester of an an introductory graduate-level course on abstract algebra. Having covered groups, rings, and vector spaces in 566, the goal of this semester’s class is to discuss the theory, uses, and applications of modules and fields.
Syllabus
For more details, see the Course Syllabus.
Books
The textbook series for the course is Algebra (2nd ed) by Michael Artin.
Coming to class is important - some of the material covered in class will not be found in the textbook. The final exam and homework may feature some of these topics as well.
Office hours
My office is Weber 125, near the tea room. Come find me:
- Wednesday 12-1 pm
- Thursday 8 pm on Zoom (Meeting ID: 873 0031 2375 Passcode: Symmetry)
- By appointment (Email me at Maria [dot] Gillespie [at] colostate [dot] edu)
- If my office door is open, come in and say hi!
Homework
The homework will be posted here as the course progresses.
Homework 1. Due Jan 28 in class.
Homework 2. Due Feb 4 in class. (Moved to Monday, Feb 7 due to the snow day.)
Homework 3. Due Feb 11 in class.
Homework 4. Due Feb 18 in class.
Homework 5. Due Feb 25 in class.
Homework 6. Due Mar 4 in class.
Homework 7. Due Mar 11 in class.
Homework 8. Due Mar 25 in class.
Homework 9. Due Apr 1 in class.
Homework 10. Due Apr 8 in class.
Homework 11. Due Apr 15 in class.
Homework 12. Due Apr 22 in class.
Homework 13. Due Apr 29 in class.
Homework 14. Due May 6 in class.
Presentations
Each student will give three homework presentations; see the Syllabus for details.
Final Exam
The final exam for this course will also count as the Algebra II qualifier. It will be on May 11 at 7:30-9:30 AM.
Grades
Grades will be posted on Canvas, which is pretty much the only thing Canvas will be used for.