MATH 423 – Abstract Algebra                                   Fall  2010

 

Instructor: Neil Sigmon

Office: Walker 212

Phone: 831-5340

Email: npsigmon@radford.edu

Homepage: http://www.radford.edu/~npsigmon

Course Homepage: http://www.radford.edu/~npsigmon/courses/absalgebra/math423.html

Office Hrs:                         1:30 – 2:30 p.m.  Monday, Wednesday, Friday

2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday
(Other times by appointment)

 

Textbook: A First Course in Abstract Algebra, 7th Edition, John B. Fraleigh.

 

Class Meeting Times: Tuesday, Thursday 12:30-1:45 a.m. in Young 406.

 

Test Dates: To be announced (There will be two major tests and the final exam).

 

Final Exam Date: Thursday, December 16th at 10:15 a.m. in Young 406.

 

Grading Policy:   50 % Major Tests (Two)

                             25 % Homework

                             25 % Final Exam (Comprehensive)

 

Grade Scale: 90-100    A

                       80-89      B

                       70-79      C                   

                       60-69      D

                       < 60        F

 

Prerequisite: Math 300

 

“Makeup” Test Policy: Approval for making up a missed test should be given prior to the scheduled test. The makeup test must be taken within one week following the scheduled test. Documentation is required for all make-ups. Except for extraordinary circumstances, approval for a makeup test will not be granted if the scheduled test has already been given.

 

Textbook Coverage: Sections 0, 2-11, 13-15, 18-23, 26, 27 and other selected topics as time permits.