A Survey of Algebraic Coding Theory: Lectures Held at the Department of Automation and Information, July 1970

Elwyn R. Berlekamp0387810889, 9780387810881

This paper is a survey of coding theory written for mathematicians and statisticians who have some familiarity with modern algebra, finite fields, and possibly some acquaintance with block designs. No knowledge of stochastic processes, information theory, or communication theory is required.