This is an introductory course in abstract algebra that covers the elements of groups, rings, and fields.
The instructor is Dr. Harold P. Boas. The email address is boas@tamu.edu and the telephone number is (979) 845-7269. The instructor's office hours are held in 202 Milner Hall from 11:00 to 12:00 on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; and also by appointment.
The homework assignments will count for 100 points total.
There will be examinations in class on Thursday, September 28; on Tuesday, October 31; and on Thursday, November 30. Each examination will count for 100 points.
The comprehensive final examination, scheduled for Friday, December 8, from 12:30 to 14:30, will count for 100 points.
The five grades will be averaged to determine the course grade according to the standard scale: you need an average of 90% for an A, 80% for a B, 70% for a C, and 60% for a D.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the office of Disability Services in Cain Hall (telephone 979-845-1637).
The Aggie Honor Code states: "An Aggie does not lie, cheat or steal, or tolerate those who do." Information about the Honor Council Rules and Procedures may be found at the web site https://aggiehonor.tamu.edu.