Republic of the Philippines

ILOCOS SUR POLYTECHNIC STATE COLLEGE

North Cluster
Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur

COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION

COURSE SYLLABUS
Second Semester, SY 2020-2021
I. COURSE OUTLINE
Course Code : M114
Course Title : Abstract Algebra
Course Units : 3 units
Course Description
This course is a study of basic algebraic structures such as groups, rings, integral domains and fields. It provides a basic understanding of relations such as
homomorphism focusing isomorphism. It aims to enhance the students’ skills in constructing mathematical proofs, and develop their symbolic thinking and appreciation of
mathematical structures.

Lecture Hours : 3 hrs/wk

Prerequisite : Logic & Set Theory
Course Outcomes:

At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

1. Know by heart the ISPSC vision and mission, college goals, and objectives of the Bachelor of Secondary Education.
2. Develop a certain level of maturity along with the understanding of the nature of the subject.
3. Provide a firm foundation for more specialized work in algebra and in any further axiomatic study of mathematics.
4. Stimulate interest to pursue the topics further through individual study
5. Develop mathematical creativity and ability to formulate useful definitions and to construct sound proofs
6. Develop the value of honesty, integrity and cooperation by taking these into account in the evaluation of students’ performance in class
7. Help the students realize the importance of hard work and perseverance in any undertaking in order to attain successful results
II. Learning Plan

Intended Learning Outcomes Course Content/Subject Resource Intended Assessment Tasks Textbooks/References Timetable
Matter Materials Learning
Activities
All the students can recite by
heart the ISPSC-CTE VMGO. A. PRELIMINARIES
Group Discussion Essay/
 Vision and Mission of
Tarpaulin of the Graded Recitation Student Handbook or 1 hr
ISPSC
ISPSC-CTE Question posted/printed VMGOs
 Goals of the College
VMGO Generations Quiz
of Teacher Education
Strategy
 Objectives of the CTE Manila Paper
Unit

Projector
Chapter 1: Lecture Notes Lecture- Quizzes Fraleigh, John. A First 12 hours
All students should be able to: Preliminaries Research Notes Discussion Assignments Course in Abstract
 evalute the truth value Mathematics & Proofs Calculator Seatwork Chapter Test Algebra
of given statements Sets & Equivalence Relations OHP Boardwork Beachy, John A.
 prove propositions Mathematical Induction Group Work Abstract Algebra: A
using the truth table Complex & Matrix Problem Sets Study Guide for
 prove mathematical Arithmetic Beginners. Illinois:
statements using Waveland Press, Inc.,
mathematical induction 2006

Chapter 2: Lecture Notes Lecture- Quizzes Fraleigh, John. A First 15 hours

All students should be able to: Introduction to Groups Research Notes Discussion Assignments Course in Abstract
 determine whether a Binary Operations Calculator Seatwork Chapter Test Algebra
given operation is a Groups OHP Boardwork Beachy, John A.
binary operation or not Subgroups Group Work Abstract Algebra: A
on a given set/group Groups & Permutations Problem Sets Study Guide for
 evaluate whether a Cyclic Group Beginners. Illinois:
given set is a group or
 not applying the Cosets & the Theorem of Waveland Press, Inc.,
different properties of Lagrange 2006
group Direct Products & Finitely
 determine the cyclic Generated Abelian Group
subgroups of a given
group and be able to
draw the corresponding
lattice diagram
All students should be able to: Chapter 3: Lecture Notes Lecture- Quizzes Fraleigh, John. A First 9 hours
Homomorphisms & Factor Research Notes Discussion Assignments Course in Abstract
 determine the different Groups Calculator Seatwork Chapter Test Algebra
properties of Homomorphisms OHP Boardwork Beachy, John A.
homomorphism Isomorphisms & Cayley’s Group Work Abstract Algebra: A
 determine what are Theorem Problem Sets Study Guide for
factor groups Factor Groups Beginners. Illinois:
Waveland Press, Inc.,
2006

Chapter 4: Lecture Notes Lecture- Quizzes Fraleigh, John. A First 9 hours

All students should be able to: Introduction to Rings & Research Notes Discussion Assignments Course in Abstract
 determine the Fields Calculator Seatwork Chapter Test Algebra
properties of rings and Rings & Fields OHP Boardwork Beachy, John A.
fields Integral Domains Group Work Abstract Algebra: A
 determine the Fermat’s & Euler’s Theorem Problem Sets Study Guide for
properties of rings of The Fields of Quotients of an Beginners. Illinois:
polynomials Integral Domain Waveland Press, Inc.,
 determine the integral Rings of Polynomials 2006
domain of a given field
 Chapter 5: Lecture Notes Lecture- Quizzes Fraleigh, John. A First 9 hours
All students should be able to: Factor Rings & Ideals Research Notes Discussion Assignments Course in Abstract
Homomorphisms & Factor Calculator Seatwork Chapter Test Algebra
 determine the Rings OHP Boardwork
properties of factor Prime & Maximal Ideals Group Work Beachy, John A.
rings Problem Sets Abstract Algebra: A
 determine the prime Study Guide for
and maximal ideal of a Beginners. Illinois:
given field Waveland Press, Inc.,
2006

References:
Fraleigh, John. A First Course in Abstract Algebra
Beachy, John A. Abstract Algebra: A Study Guide for Beginners. Illinois: Waveland Press, Inc., 2006

1. Regular class attendance

Course Requirements 2. Active class participation
3. Seatworks/Assignments
4. Quizzes
5. Term exams (prelims, midterms and finals)
6. Problem Sets/Reports/Research
7. ePortfolio
Grading System TERM GRADE:
60% Class Standing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class Standing
40% Term Exams Quizzes 40%
Problem Sets/Reports/Research 30%
Seat Works/Assignments 20% 100% result will be multiplied
with 60%
Attendance 10%

FINAL GRADE:
Prelims 20%
Midterms 30%
Finals 50% Attendance: 0 absent . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.0
100% 1 absent . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.4
2 absent . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.8

3 absent . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.2

Etc., Interval . . . . . . . . 0.6

1. Attendance: Students are expected to regularly and punctually attend classes. Late marks are given to students arriving 15 minutes after the
Classroom Policies scheduled class period. Three (3) marks is equivalent to one (1) absent. Three (3) consecutive or five (5) cumulative absences results to RE-
ADMISSION to the class wherein class cards are given to the Program Dean/Institute Director which should be returned to the instructor by the
students themselves. Failure to return the class cards means non-admission to the class
2. Uniform and ID: Students should wear the prescribed uniform ((M&F – School Uniform – Type A; TTh – Departmental/College Uniform (Type
B); W – Free Day (use of casual attire) --------------------- or as prescribed for the subjects, i.e, PE, NSTP, Field Work, etc.
3. Submission of Requirements: Requirements are expected to be submitted on or before the deadline; failure to submit on scheduled deadline
means NO ACCEPTANCE of the requirements.
4. Term Examinations: Examination permit is required before taking the scheduled term exam. An institutional clearance should be accomplished
before the final examination.
5. Dishonesty: Offenses on dishonesty/cheating during examination period will be dealt with accordingly as mentioned in the Students Handbook, i.e.

10:00 – 11:00am MW @ Faculty 1

Consultation Hours