Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Abstract Algebra I MAT301 Turkish Compulsory 5. Semester 2 + 2 3.0 5.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Lecturing
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Arzu ÖZKOÇ ÖZTÜRK
Instructor(s)
Goals 1. To give the Fundamentals of the subject 2. To make the students comprehend the concept of groups and results of these concepts
Course Content Groups, subgroups, Cyclic groups, Dihedral groups, permutation groups, Cosets and Lagrange’s theorem Normal subgroups and quotient groups, Group homomorphisms, Cayley’s Theorem, Group isomorphisms and automorphisms, Direct product of groups, Fundamental theorem of finite abelian groups, Group actions, p-Groups and Sylow theorems, Applications of Sylow theorems
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 It recognizes basic algebraic structures. It solves algebraic problems. It explains group structures.
2 This section defines the concepts of Group, Subgroup, and Normal Subgroup, provides examples, and presents relevant proofs.
3 It explains the concepts of group homomorphisms and isomorphisms.
4 The student has knowledge of Quotient Groups, Symmetric (Permutation) Groups, Cyclic Groups, and Direct Product Groups.
5 The person is familiar with and able to answer questions related to p-groups and Sylow's theorems.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Groups, subgroups
2. Week Subgroups and examples
3. Week Cosets and Lagrange’s theorem
4. Week Normal subgroups and quotient groups
5. Week Group homomorphisms, Cayley’s Theorem
6. Week Group isomorphisms and automorphisms
7. Week permutation groups
8. Week Cycling groups
9. Week Cyclic groups
10. Week Dihedral groups
11. Week Direct product of groups
12. Week p-Groups and Sylow theorems
13. Week Fundamental theorem of finite abelian groups
14. Week Applications of Sylow theorems
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Acquiring knowledge on theories and practice of education in general, subject teaching in particular, and the basic concepts and theories of the related disciplines,
3 Doing effective educational planning, organizing and evaluating based on theoretical and practical content matter and in relation to the needs of the learners,
5 Analyzing studies in the field with a scientific perspective, assessing the findings and offering solutions,
7 Pursuing the scientific discussions in the field and interpreting them through scientific examination,
8 Forming scientific study platforms in order to solve the problems in practice,
8 Forming scientific study platforms in order to solve the problems in practice,
10 Following the developments in the field through professional activities such as literature reviews, seminars, conferences and workshops, and sharing them with other expert and non-expert individuals,
12 To be able to analyse the notions and ideas in the field by using scientific methods, to identify problems, and to develop solutions based on proofs and researches
13 To be able to gain ability of doing academic research
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5
PY1 4 4 4 4 4
PY3 5 5 5 5 5
PY5 4 4 4 4 4
PY7 2 2 2 2 2
PY8 2 2 2 2 2
PY10 1 1 1 1 1
PY12 4 4 4 4 4
PY13 2 2 2 2 2
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Thomas W. Hungerford, Algebra
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 4 56
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 2 2
Homework 1 14 1 14
Final 1 2 2
Practice 14 2 28
Practice End-Of-Term 14 1 14
Classroom Activities 12 1 12
Total Workload 128
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 5.0