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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 (individual examination)
Language,
Grading		 English,
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. Volkmar Welker

Contents

  • Algebraic and transcendental body extensions.
  • Decomposition bodies, algebraic closure,
  • Normal, separable and inseparable body extensions,
  • Galois extensions, main theorem of Galois theory,
  • Calculation of the Galois group, translation theorem,
  • Finite bodies, unit roots, circular division polynomials,
  • Pure equations, cyclic Galois groups,
  • Solvability of algebraic equations by radicals (with arbitrary characteristic), constructions with compass and ruler, regular n-corners

Qualification Goals

Students

  • know Galois theory with its applications can evaluate its historical significance in particular,
  • understand how elementary problems about geometric constructions and solving equations can be solved by using abstract algebraic methods,
  • are trained in the use of algebraic methods by means of many concrete examples,
  • have deepened mathematical working methods (developing mathematical intuition and its formal justification, abstraction, proof),
  • have improved their oral communication skills in exercises by practicing free speech in front of an audience and in 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

Module imported from M.Sc. Mathematics.

It 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. Computer Science, this module can be attended in the study area Profile Area Mathematics.


Recommended Reading

  • Milne, J.S.: Field and Galois Theory, https://www.jmilne.org/math/CourseNotes/ft.html
  • Stewart, I.: Galois Theory, London, 2015



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