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MATH 564 - ADVANCED ALGEBRA II

Long Title: ADVANCED ALGEBRA II
Department: Mathematics
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): MATH 463 OR MATH 563
Description: This course will cover graduate level topics in field theory, Galois theory, and advanced topics in commutative algebra and in multilinear algebra. Specific topics include various algebraic field extensions; fundamental theorem of Galois theory; solvable and radical extensions; transcendental extensions; tensor, symmetric, and exterior algebras; projective, injective, and flat modules; advanced ideal theory; localization; and chain conditions for rings and modules. The course will also additional advanced topics, such as homological algebra, as time permits. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: MATH 464. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for MATH 564 if student has credit for MATH 464.