Carleton University · MATH 2100

Algebra

Credits : 1.0 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

Introduction to group theory: permutation groups, Lagrange's theorem, normal subgroups, homomorphism theorems. Introduction to ring theory: ring of polynomials, integral domains, ideals, homomorphism theorems. Hermitian forms, spectral theorem for normal operators, bilinear and quadratic forms, classical groups.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): i) MATH 2152 with a grade of C+ or higher, or ( MATH 2107 with a grade of B+ or higher and permission of the School); and ii) MATH 1800 with a grade of C+ or higher; or permission of the School.

Conditions and arrangements

  • Precludes additional credit for Precludes additional credit for MATH 2108 and MATH 3101 .
  • Prerequisite(s): i) MATH 2152 with a grade of C+ or higher, or ( MATH 2107 with a grade of B+ or higher and permission of the School); and ii) MATH 1800 with a grade of C+ or higher; or permission of the School.
  • Lectures three hours a week, tutorial one hour a week.
Reference text in its original language

Introduction to group theory: permutation groups, Lagrange's theorem, normal subgroups, homomorphism theorems. Introduction to ring theory: ring of polynomials, integral domains, ideals, homomorphism theorems. Hermitian forms, spectral theorem for normal operators, bilinear and quadratic forms, classical groups.

  • Prerequisite(s): i) MATH 2152 with a grade of C+ or higher, or ( MATH 2107 with a grade of B+ or higher and permission of the School); and ii) MATH 1800 with a grade of C+ or higher; or permission of the School.
  • Precludes additional credit for Precludes additional credit for MATH 2108 and MATH 3101 .
  • Lectures three hours a week, tutorial one hour a week.

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