Weekly homework assignments make up 25% of the final grade, along with 3 midterms at 25% each (no final exam). This class is kind of Survey of Algebra on steroids. Some topics are repeated but at a much higher and more abstract level. Would not recommend taking this course without taking Survey of Algebra first, although I think a few students did so this semester. Exams are ~65% fill in the blank and T/F with about ~35% of the points on proof problems. Wang is a solid professor, really knows what he is talking about and open to questions. The textbook wasn't great, it's meant for graduate students and wasn't much of a help if you didn't understand the lecture. Overall a very challenging course, but an interesting one for those who enjoyed Survey of Algebra.
MATH 4652
Introduction to Abstract AlgebraLast taught: Spring 2025
3.0 Rating
5.0 Difficulty
2.97 GPA
Instructor
4.0
Enjoyability
2.0
Difficulty
5.0
Recommend
3.0
Reading
1.0
Writing
0.0
Group Work
0.0
Other
4.0
Total Hours / Week
Hours 5.0
Grade Distribution
Average GPA 2.97
Students Measured 54
1 Review
3.00 Average
Instructor 4.0
Enjoyability 2.0
Recommend 3.0
Difficulty 5.0
Hours/Week 5.0