(algebra) A module that has a basis. Equivalently, a module consisting of n-tuples of ring elements with no extra identities. (Then the number n is said to be its rank.) Equivalently, a direct sum whose summands are all the same ring. (The quantity of summands may be more than two.)

(algebra) A module whose every submodule is finitely generated; or equivalently, a module whose submodules satisfy an ascending chain condition (i.e., any ascending chain of submodules levels off after a finite number of steps).

(algebra) A module which is a direct summand of a free module.

plural of phase modulation

plural of e-module

(education) A module (unit of education covering a single topic) delivered and assessed by means of computer technology.

plural of load module

A section of a manned spacecraft in which the astronauts live and operate the craft. / (specifically, in relation to the Apollo programme) Shortened form of command and service module.

(computing) The executable form of a program that is produced by a linkage editor, taking as input the output of a compiler and/or assembler

(electronics) A signal processing function in which two signals (typically a complex signal and a less complex carrier such as a sine wave) are combined to yield an output.