Courses & Units
Algebra & Real Analysis KMA321
This unit will be offered for the first time in 2022.
Introduction
This third year, first-semester unit continues the development of crucial mathematical ideas, in particular providing core knowledge in abstract algebra and real analysis. The focus is an appreciation of the unity of algebraic structures appearing across many areas of mathematics and developing a deep understanding of the real number system and its completeness property. This unit is compulsory for the Mathematics major of the BSc.
Summary
| Unit name | Algebra & Real Analysis |
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| Unit code | KMA321 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences |
| Discipline | Mathematics |
| Coordinator | Associate Professor Jeremy Sumner |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Apply fundamental concepts of abstract algebra and analysis, through formulating simple mathematical proofs.
- Identify and develop solutions to applied problems, using abstract algebra and analysis.
- Apply logic, reasoning and a variety of communication skills to present mathematical arguments in a clear and precise way.
- Synthesise the relationships between fundamental algebraic structures, such as rings, groups and fields, and recognise their appearance in a broad range of mathematical contexts.
- Analyse the conceptual and theoretical fundamentals of sets, sequences, series and functions in the real number system and apply this knowledge to determine their properties, such as compactness, convergence, completeness, and boundedness.
Fee Information
The 2024 Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) rates are still being finalised by the Government and we will update the domestic fee information as soon as we have more details.
Requisites
Prerequisites
KMA254Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
KMA251, KMA315 and KMA351Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 1 x 3-hr workshop weekly (39 hours total), 1 x 1-hr tutorial weekly (13 hours total). |
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| Assessment | Quiz #1 (15%)|Quiz #2 (15%)|Weekly Assignments (30%)|Examination (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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