General Information

Text: David S. Dummitt and Richard M. Foote, Abstract algebra, 3rd ed. available at the University Bookstore @ Stony Brook. A copy of the textbook will be on reserve in the Mathematics, Physics and Astronomy Library. Also you are encouraged to look for new or used copies of the book through other retailers or through your fellow graduate students. This is the same textbook used in the past, and I am sure there are good bargains to be had.

Instructor: Mikhail  Movshev, Math Tower 4-109 , Phone: (631) 632-8271,
email: mmovshev AT math dot sunysb dot edu

Office hours: Tu 10:00am-10:30am;Th 2:30pm-4:00pm;by appointment

Grader:Qianyu Chen Math Tower 3-106
email: qianyu.chen AT stonybrook.edu

Office Hours:W 2:00pm-3:00pm also by appointment

Homework: Homework will be assigned each week and collected via blackboard uploads next week.

Grading:Midterm I 20% ,Midterm II 20% ,Final Exam 35% , Problem Sets/Class Participation 25%

Face Mask Policy. If a student does not wear a face mask, please follow these steps:Students should be aware that a face mask is required while in the classroom.   If a student does not comply, the student will be asked to leave the classroom.If the student does not comply or leave the classroom, we will end the class and the students will be reported to the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards at communitystandards@stonybrook.edu.

Accommodations For Students With Hearing And Communication Impairments Some students with hearing and communication impairments may need their instructor to wear a clear mask for lip and facial expression purposes. If the student has registered with the Student Accessibility Support Center (SASC) and has requested an accommodation for clear masks, SASC will reach out to the student’s instructors and provide a clear mask for them to wear while teaching and/or interacting with the student. If you have questions, please email sasc@stonybrook.edu or call (631) 632-6748.

Face Mask Accommodations, Modifications, Or Exemptions.The Student Accessibility Support Center (SASC) works with students who may require academic accommodations. If a student is unable to wear a mask for health reasons, the student should contact SASC at sasc@stonybrook.edu. SASC will work with the student to help identify arrangements to complete in-person courses in an alternate format. If, however, there is an in-person class that cannot be accommodated in an alternate format, a student may be approved by the Medical Director of Student Health Services to wear a modified face mask or no face covering. In this situation, SASC will communicate this information to the faculty member. Approved students will also be provided with a written exemption from the Medical Director of Student Health Services that indicates any modifications or exceptions, which they must carry with them to show faculty if requested. Please note that medical exemptions are rare and are based solely on medical necessity. If a student is exempt from the face mask policy, please consider how to seat students to ensure proper social distancing within a given instructional setting. If you have questions regarding accommodations, please email sasc@stonybrook.edu.  For health related concerns in the classroom, please contact Dr. Rachel Bergeson, Medical Director, at rachel.bergeson@stonybrook.edu.

Information for students with disabilities
If you have a physical, psychological, medical, or learning disability that may impact your course work, please contact Disability Support Services at (631) 632-6748 or http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/dss/. They will determine with you what accommodations are necessary and appropriate. All information and documentation is confidential.

Students who require assistance during emergency evacuation are encouraged to discuss their needs with their professors and Disability Support Services. For procedures and information go to the following website: http://www.stonybrook.edu/ehs/fire/disabilities.shtml