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Galois Theory
(dt. Galoistheorie)

Level, degree of commitment Specialization module, compulsory elective module
Forms of teaching and learning,
workload		 Lecture (4 SWS), recitation class (2 SWS),
270 hours (90 h attendance, 180 h private study)
Credit points,
formal requirements		 9 CP
Course requirement(s): Successful completion of at least 50 percent of the points from the weekly exercises.
Examination type: Written or oral examination
Language,
Grading		 German,
The grading is done with 0 to 15 points according to the examination regulations for the degree program M.Sc. Mathematics.
Duration,
frequency		 One semester,
Regularly alternating with other specialization modules in Algebra
Person in charge of the module's outline Prof. Dr. István Heckenberger

Contents

  • polynomials in several variables,
  • splitting fields, algebraic closure, Steinitz's theorem,
  • Normal, separable and inseparable field extensions,
  • Galois extensions, fundamental theorem of Galois theory,
  • Computation of the Galois group, translation theorem,
  • Finite fields, roots of unity, cyclotomic polynomials,
  • Pure equations, cyclic Galois groups,
  • solubility of algebraic equations by radicals (in any characteristic), constructions with compass and ruler, regular n-gons

Qualification Goals

The students

1. get to know Galois theory and its applications and, in particular, are able to assess its historical significance,

2. learn how elementary questions about geometric constructions and solving equations can be approached by abstract algebraic methods,

3. train the use of algebraic methods using many concrete examples,

4. practice mathematical methods (development of mathematical intuition and its formal justification, training of the ability to abstract, proof methods),

5. improve their oral communication skills in the recitation classes by practicing free speech in front of an audience and during discussion.


Prerequisites

None. The competences taught in the following modules are recommended: either Foundations of Mathematics and Linear Algebra I and Linear Algebra II or Basic Linear Algebra, either Analysis I and Analysis II or Basic Real Analysis, Algebra.


Applicability

The module can be attended at FB12 in study program(s)

  • B.Sc. Mathematics
  • M.Sc. Computer Science
  • M.Sc. Mathematics
  • LAaG Mathematics

When studying M.Sc. Mathematics, this module can be attended in the study area Specialization Modules in Mathematics.

The module can also be used in other study programs (export module).

The module is assigned to Pure Mathematics. Further information on eligibility can be found in the description of the study area.


Recommended Reading

  • Cigler, J.: Körper, Ringe, Gleichungen, Spektrum.
  • Stewart, I.: Galois Theory, London.



Please note:

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