MATH 321 - Modern Algebra and Theory of Equations I 3 s.h.

Introductory concepts of modern algebra and their applications to the solution of polynomial equations over various fields. Elementary properties of groups, rings, integral domains, fields, and vector spaces; introductory Galois theory and applications including Abel’s theorem and compass-straightedge constructions. Offered Fall and Spring.
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Prerequisite(s): MATH 224 and MATH 205 for 321, 321 for MATH 322 , “C” or better in all.