MATH 3360
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MATH 3360
Course Description
Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.
Introduction to the concepts and methods of abstract algebra that are of interest in applications. Covers the basic theory of groups, rings and fields and their applications to such areas as public-key cryptography and error-correcting codes. Applications include the RSA cryptosystem and use of finite fields to construct error-correcting codes. Topics include elementary number theory, Euclidean algorithm, prime factorization, congruences, theorems of Fermat and Euler, elementary group theory, Chinese remainder theorem, factorization in the ring of polynomials, and classification of finite fields.
Prerequisites MATH 2210, MATH 2230, MATH 2310, MATH 2940, or equivalent.
Forbidden Overlaps MATH 3340, MATH 3360, MATH 4340
Distribution Requirements (MQL-AG, OPHLS-AG), (SMR-AS)
Last 4 Terms Offered 2025SP, 2024SP, 2023SP, 2022SP
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Meeting Pattern
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
Instructors
Meszaros, K
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
Instructors
Meszaros, K
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Instruction Mode: In Person
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Staff
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Meeting Pattern
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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