Mathematics 351 – Introduction to Abstract Algebra
(01:640:351)

General Information

Math 351 is one of two courses mathematics majors may take to satisfy the algebra requirement. (The other is Math 350.)

Catalog Description

01:640:351-352 Introduction to Abstract Algebra I,II (4,3)
Abstract algebraic systems, including groups, rings, fields, polynomials, and some Galois theory.
Prerequisites: CALC3, 01:640:250, and 300, or permission of department.

Textbook

Thomas W. Hungerford; Abstract Algebra: An Introduction (second edition);
Brooks/Cole, 1997 ; (ISBN# 0-03-010559-5; ISBN13: 9780030105593)

Current Semster: Fall 2007

Sec 01: Prof. Wilson

Previous Semesters

Spring 2007: Prof. O'Nan

Fall 2006: William Cook.

Spring 2006: Prof. Cherlin.

Fall 2005: Prof. Lyons.

Fall 2004: Prof. Sims.
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Fall 2003:. Prof. Cherlin.

Spring 2003: Amelia Taylor

Fall 2002: Prof. Sims.

Fall 2001: Prof. Sims.

Prior to this date the textbook used was by Herstein

Fall 1999:. Prof. Bumby.

Fall 1998: Prof. Weibel.

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