Mathematics 322, Introduction to group theory.
Fall 2012, Mathematics Building 104, MWF 14:00-15:20

  • Textbook : D. S. Dummit, R. M. Foote, Abstract algebra, 3rd edition.

  • Course description : This year the department is introducing a new two term undergraduate algebra sequence, Math 322-323. (Previously only one term of abstract algebra, Math 322, was offered.) Starting this term, Math 322 will be devoted entirely to group theory, with an emphasis on finite groups. Topics will include:

  • Evaluation : Homework assignments will be posted at http://www.math.ubc.ca/~reichst/322hw.html and collected in class. Late homework will not be accepted. The solutions you turn in should be your own, written in your own words. There will be two midterms and a final exam. The midterms are scheduled for Thursday, October 11 and Thursday, November 8. The final exam will be scheduled by UBC; its time and place will be announced later in the term. I will compute the total term mark in two ways,

    Homework 20%, First midterm 20%, Second midterm 20%, Final exam 40%,

    or

    Homework 20%, Best midterm 20%, Final exam 60%,

    and will use whichever of these two numbers is higher.

  • Students with disabilities : Students with documented disabilities who may need special accommodations should make an appointment with me early in the term.

    Practice problems for Midterm 1
    Solutions to practice problems