Abstract Algebra


In this group, we are going to review some of the basic material required for passing Penn State's abstract algebra qualifying exam! If you are interested in joining, please send me an email: cks5320@psu.edu.


Tentative Schedule and Problem Sets

  • Week 1: Group Theory and Group Actions
    • Tuesday, October 27 @ 10:00-11:00 AM EDT
    • Wednesday, October 28 @ 6:00-7:00 PM EDT
  • Week 2: Rings and Ideals
    • Monday, November 2 @ 6:00-7:00 PM EST
    • Tuesday, November 3 @ 10:00-11:00 AM EST
  • Week 3: Modules (especially over Principal Ideal Domains)
    • Monday, November 9 @ 6:00-7:00 PM EST
    • Tuesday, November 10 @ 10:00-11:00 AM EST
  • Week 4: Field and Galois Theory
    • Monday, November 16 @ 6:00-7:00 PM EST
    • Tuesday, November 17 @ 10:00-11:00 AM EST
  • Week 5: Additional Review (Note time change due to Thanksgiving break.)
    • Monday, November 23 @ 11:00 AM EST
    • Monday, November 23 @ 6:00 PM EST
  • Week 6: Additional Review
    • Tuesday, December 8 @ 10:00 AM EST
    • Wednesday, December 9 @ 7:00 PM EST
  • Week 7: Additional Review
    • Monday, December 14 @ 6:00 PM EST
    • Wednesday, December 16 @ 6:00 PM EST