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Commutative Algebra (Large Specialization Module)
(dt. Kommutative Algebra (Großes Vertiefungsmodul))

Level, degree of commitment Specialization module, depends on importing study program
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.
Origin M.Sc. Mathematics
Duration,
frequency		 One semester,
irregular
Person in charge of the module's outline Prof. Dr. Sönke Rollenske, Prof. Dr. Volkmar Welker

Contents

Basic algebraic or homological invariants of commutative rings are introduced. Methods for their analysis and their behaviour under classical ring constructions are investigated. Central results of the theory of commutative rings are presented.


Qualification Goals

Students can

  • understand and explain basic properties of commutative rings,
  • use algebraic or homological methods for the analysis of commutative rings,
  • understand and apply construction methods of commutative rings.

They deepen

  • the practice of mathematical working methods (development of mathematical intuition and its formal justification, training of the ability to abstract, proof methods),
  • in the recitation class, their oral communication skills through discussion and free speech in front of an audience.

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, either Algebra [Bachelor Module] or Algebra [Lehramt Module].


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

  • M. Atiyah, I.G. Macdonald, Introduction to commutative algebra, Addison-Wesley, 1994.
  • D. Eisenbud, Commutative Algebra with a view toward algebraic geometry, Springer, 1995.



Please note:

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