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Course Descriptions

The curriculum of the program in the Department of Mathematics is designed to provide a broad education in both theoretical and applied mathematics. It also develops the scientific knowledge and the problem solving, computing, and communications skills that are critical to a successful mathematically based career.

MA 376 - Abstract Algebra

  • Credit Hours: 4R-0L-4C
  • Term Available: S
  • Graduate Studies Eligible: No
  • Prerequisites: MA 275
  • Corequisites: None

An introduction to Group Theory. Topics include: matrix groups, groups of integers modulo a natural number, symmetric and dihedral groups, homomorphisms, subgroups, cosets, quotient groups and group actions. Applications, possibly including games and puzzles, cryptography, and coding theory. Other topics may also be introduced according to time and student interest.

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