Mathematics 416, Spring 2008
Modern Algebra II
Section 200, Section 501

Course Description Continuation of Math 415 (Modern Algebra I). The topics include rings, fields, ideals, field extensions, group actions, and Galois Theory.

Prerequisite MATH 415.

Textbook:  John Fraleigh, A First Course in Abstract Algebra, 7th Edition,  ISBN 0201763907

Lecturer: Zoran Sunik
Office: 207 Milner Hall
Office hours: M 3:00-4:00 W 11:30-12:30
Office phone: (979)-862-2182
e-mail: sunik@tamu.edu

Web page http://www.math.tamu.edu/~sunik/07math416/

Grading Your grade will be determined by two exams, a cumulative final exam, and a homework grade. The weights of each of these are as follows.

Exam 1	Exam 2	Final Exam	Homework
25%	25%	35%	15%
02/13	03/26	05/05	every week

Make-ups for exams and quizzes will only be given with documented University-approved excuses (see University Regulations).

Academic Honesty An Aggie does not lie, cheat, or steal or tolerate those who do

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