MATH 3360

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MATH 3360
Applicable Algebra

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 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 or MATH 2230 or MATH 2310 or MATH 2940 or equivalent.

Forbidden Overlaps MATH 3340, MATH 3360

Distribution Requirements (MQL-AG, OPHLS-AG), (SMR-AS)

Last 4 Terms Offered 2026SP, 2025SP, 2024SP, 2023SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 16001 MATH 3360   LEC 001

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    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Galashin, P

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 16002 MATH 3360   LEC 002

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    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Galashin, P

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 16003 MATH 3360   DIS 201

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    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 16004 MATH 3360   DIS 202

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    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 16005 MATH 3360   DIS 203

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    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Staff

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  • 16006 MATH 3360   DIS 204

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    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person