MATH4577 — Commutative Algebra: Reviews & Ratings

MATH4577 (Commutative Algebra) course reviews and ratings at Northeastern (NEU). Compare professors with RateMyProfessor reviews.

Introduces the basics of commutative algebra. Emphasizes rigorously building the mathematical background needed for studying this subject in more depth. Seeks to prepare students for more advanced classes in algebraic geometry, robotics, invariant theory of finite groups, and cryptography. Covers geometry, algebra, and algorithms; Grobner bases; elimination theory; the algebra-geometry dictionary; robotics and automatic geometric theorem proving.

Last taught

Fall 2025

Credits

4 Hours

Prerequisites

(MATH 2331 with a minimum grade of C+ ; (MATH 1365 with a minimum grade of C+ or MATH 298M with a minimum grade of C+ )) or MATH 3175 with a minimum grade of C+ or MATH 4576 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C+

Data updated October 2026.

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