MATH 200: Algebraic Structures I 

Fall 2004

Lecture:  Tu Th   10:05 PM-11:20 PM   Physics Building,  Room 216

Instructor:  Anda Degeratu
Office:  Physics Building, Room 131, 660-2844
E-mail:  anda@math
Office Hour:  Monday 1-3pm   (or by e-mail appointment)
Class webpage: www.math.duke.edu/~anda/200/

Text: Algebra by Michael Artin.

Course description: Matrix Operations, Groups, Vector spaces, Symmetry groups, Linear Groups, Rings and Factorization.

Homework: Homework Assignments will be given each Tuesday, and collected the following Tuesday before class. No unexcused late homework will be accepted. The lowest homework grade will be droped.
Homework rules: I encourage you to work in groups in understanding the material and solving the problem sets. However, the following rules apply:

  • The best way to learn the material is to try to solve each question alone. Before you ask for help, read carefully the notes and the material in the textbook, and then try to read the problem. If you still do not understand what the question requires from you, ask for help in interpreting it. Then try to solve it again.
  • Write up each problem independently; the answer should be written in your own words.
  • Write on your problem set whom you consulted and what sources you used. If you fail to do so, you may be charged with plagiarism and be subject to serious penalties.

    • Midterm: There will be one mid-term exam on October 5.

    Final: Tuesday, December 7th, 9AM-12PM

    Grading: The final grade constitutes of

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    Created August, 23rd, 2004, 12:20PM.