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401-3161-01L 10 Credits BSC , MSC D-MATH

Theory of Algebras

Theorie der Algebren

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Max-Albert Knus
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:05:36

Abstract

The course is an introduction to finite dimensional associative algebras. Following subjects will be treated: structure theory of simple algebras, tensor products of algebras, divisionalgebras, the Brauer group, cyclic algebras, Clifford algebras and applications of Clifford algebras.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC , MSC

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Theorie der Algebren
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (HG D 3.2)
  • Wed 08:15-10:00 (HG G 3)
4 h weekly
exercise Theorie der Algebren
  • Thu 13:15-14:00 (HG D 7.2)
1 h weekly

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