MTH 361-01
Abstract Algebra
CH-014 MWF 11:45 - 12:50 pm.
Spring 2008
Dr. Jon L. Johnson
Office: CSTC 217
Phone: 630-617-3571 (Office)
630-832-5289 (Home)
E-mail: jonj@elmhurst.edu
Office Hours:
Monday - 8:30 - 9:00, 1:00 - 2:00
Tuesday - by appointment
Wednesday - 10:30 - 11:30, 2:30 - 3:30
Thursday - 9:00 - 11:00 am
Friday - 8:30 - 9:00, 1:00 - 2:00
and by appointment
Course web page: http://www.elmhurst.edu/~jonj
COURSE OBJECTIVE: To understand the theoretical background of the fundamental algebraic properties through the study of the algebraic structures of groups and rings.
Text: Abstract Algebra, 3rd Ed., by Beachy and Blair
There will be three 100 point tests spaced fairly evenly in the semester.
Tests 300 points
Homework 100 points
Projects/Seminars 50 points
Final Examination 200 points
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650 points
The Homework grade is based on a percentage of the total possible Homework points. The SEMESTER GRADE is based on a percentage of the total available points: 90% and above is an "A", below 90% and 80% or above is a "B", below 80% and 70% or above is a "C", below 70% and 60% or above is a "D", and below 60% is an "F".
QUIZ POLICY: There will be no "pop" quizzes given for grades.
PROJECT/SEMINAR POLICY: A list of the articles/projects will be available in the next couple of weeks. The project/presentation is a summary/reaction paper covering the article and (depending on time) a presentation. In addition, you will be required to attend one mathematics seminar, held mostly on Wednesdays from 4 to 5 in CSTC 213. A short one page summary/reaction paper to the seminar will be required.
HOMEWORK POLICY: There is a one class-day grace period for late homework to receive full credit. You may work with others on the homework problems.
REPLACEMENT TEST POLICY: If you take all of the 100 point tests on the announced dates, the final examination may be used to replace at most one grade from a test. There will be NO MAKE-UP TESTS ALLOWED. If you miss a test, the score (based on 100 points) from the final examination will serve as your score for the missed test(s), and only the missed one(s) will be replaced.
Final Examination: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Academic Integrity Policy:
Students are expected to be familiar with the Code of Academic Integrity in the Elmhurst College E-book and with the statement posted at http://www.elmhurst.edu/~mth/acadint.html . In particular:
● You may work with others on your homework. (Homework that is graded need not be all of your own work).
● Tests are to be your own work (no help from others or other sources unless specifically stated otherwise -- e.g. "group" work section, "open book" and "open notes ").
● For projects and other group work, the group is to be treated as an individual on a test.
● On tests and projects you may always ask questions of me.
Notes:
1. The College will make reasonable accommodations for persons with documented disabilities. If you have a disability that may have some impact on your work in this course, please contact the Disabilities Service Provider at 630-617-3753.
2. The number to call to find out whether the College has canceled all classes is: 630-617-3777.
3. A link to the Illinois Secondary Education Mathematics Content-Area Standards for this course can be found at: http://www.elmhurst.edu/~mth .
4. Departmentally sponsored tutors will be available in the Learning Center during the week. A schedule of the tutoring hours should be available within the first two weeks of class. Students can also set up times to get special help from the Mathematics Specialist (Emmi McAdams), by calling her at 617-5376 for an appointment.