Overview
Offerings
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Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Unit Coordinator(s)
Notes
This unit is offered in alternate years commencing Semester 1, 2019.
Learning outcomes
Formulate complex problems using appropriate terminology in algebra;
Demonstrate a profound understanding of abstract concepts in group theory;
Appreciate the nature of algebraic proofs, be able to use a variety of proof-techniques unique to working with groups;
Apply a variety of expert algorithms for different algebraic objects, in particular, groups;
Use the computer algebra system GAP to compute with groups and related structures.
Teaching approach
Assessment summary
- Examination (3 hours and 10 minutes): 60% (Hurdle)
- Continuous assessment: 40%
Hurdle requirement: If you would otherwise have passed the unit but who do not achieve at least 45% of the marks available for the end-of-semester examination will receive a Hurdle Fail (NH) grade and a mark of 45 on your transcript.
Assessment
Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities
Workload requirements
Learning resources
Other unit costs
Costs are indicative and subject to change.
Miscellaneous items required (Printing, Stationery) - $100.