GENERAL ALGEBRA
MAT4GA
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
General algebra, otherwise known as universal algebra, provides a theory within which to study the common features of all algebraic systems such as vector spaces, groups, rings, lattices and semigroups. The subject will present all of the basic results in the theory as well as providing an intoduction to important recent developments. The close relationship between general algebra and lattice theory will be emphasised throughout.
Faculty: Faculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Brian Davey
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: MAT3DS and requires co-ordinators approval
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: Offered subject to sufficient enrolments.
Melbourne, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Brian Davey
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"requires extensive preparation for class presentations"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Six assignments each equivalent to 750 words | 100 |