This information applies to the 8-week 2025 Summer Semester course.
Overview
Math 417 is an introduction to abstract algebra. The main objects of study are groups, which are abstract mathematical objects that reflect the most basic features of many other mathematical constructions. We will also study rings and fields and other abstract mathematical objects, which can be thought of as groups with additional structure.
Syllabus
Prerequisites
MATH 416 or one of MATH 410, MATH 415 together with one of MATH 347, MATH 348, CS 374; or consent of instructor
Credit Hours
3
Tuition
Summer Semester courses have fixed tuition rates based on your College, year in school and other factors. Summer tuition rate information
This course uses the Canvas LMS system. Students must be able to view assignments online, write out solutions, then scan or take a photo of their written work and upload it to Canvas.
Testing
Exams: This course has three 90-minute midterm tests and a 3-hour final exam.
Proctorship Information:
This course has online exams. For exam dates, formats, and other information please visit our Summer Exams page.
Course resources
A course Instructor will be available to assist with this course.
Course Options
Course Timeline: This is an 8-week Summer Semester 2 course with fixed dates for submitting homework assignments and taking exams. Course Start Date is 6-16-25 and End Date is 8-7-25. No extensions are allowed in this course.