SF2703 Algebra, Basic Course 6.0 credits
This course has been discontinued.
Last planned examination: Spring 2021
Decision to discontinue this course:
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Groups, permutations, homomorphisms, group action, rings, ideals, modules, fields and field extensions.
Intended learning outcomes
The main purpose of the course is to train the student in abstract reasoning and to familiarize her/him with basic algebraic structures. As such the course prepares the student for further studies and research within mathematics and physics.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
None
Recommended prerequisites
Equipment
Literature
Dummit & Foote: Abstract algebra.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- TEN1 - Examination, 6.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Other requirements for final grade
One final (TEN1; 6 hp).
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.