MATHS511-19B (HAM)

Semigroups and Universal Algebra

15 Points

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Division of Health Engineering Computing & Science
School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences
Department of Mathematics and Statistics

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Convenor(s)

Tim Stokes

Tim Stokes
4131
G.3.11
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tim.stokes@waikato.ac.nz

Lecturer(s)

Tim Stokes

Tim Stokes
4131
G.3.11
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tim.stokes@waikato.ac.nz

Administrator(s)

: rachael.foote@waikato.ac.nz

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: debby.dada@waikato.ac.nz

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Paper Description

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An introduction to general algebra with special attention to semigroups.
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Paper Structure

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There will be two lectures per week (Thursday and Friday) and a tutorial (Monday).
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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • show understanding of the essentials of universal algebra and semigroup theory.
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Assessment

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There will be ten weekly assignment worth 5% each and a final three-hour test worth 50%.
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Assessment Components

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Assignments
50
2. Final Test
50
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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Required and Recommended Readings

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Required Readings

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None.
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Recommended Readings

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None.
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Online Support

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Moodle and Panopto.
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Workload

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Three contact hours per week, and overall one-quarter of full time work for 15 weeks including the two-week mid-semester break and the study week. That's how you get your 150 learning hours to earn your 15 points, folks!
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Prerequisite(s)

Prerequisite papers: MATH310 or MATHS302

Corequisite(s)

Equivalent(s)

Restriction(s)

Restricted papers: MATH511

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