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Algebraic Equations and Varieties
(dt. Algebraische Gleichungen und Varietäten)

Level, degree of commitment Specialization module, compulsory elective module
Forms of teaching and learning,
workload		 Lecture (4 SWS), recitation class (2 SWS),
270 hours (90 h attendance, 180 h private study)
Credit points,
formal requirements		 9 CP
Course requirement(s): Written or oral examination
Examination type: Successful completion of at least 50 percent of the points from the weekly exercises.
Language,
Grading		 German,
The grading is done with 0 to 15 points according to the examination regulations for the degree program M.Sc. Mathematics.
Duration,
frequency		 One semester,
Regularly alternating with other specialization modules in Algebra and Geometrie
Person in charge of the module's outline Prof. Dr. Thomas Bauer, Prof. Dr. István Heckenberger

Contents

Galois theory: algebraic field extensions, constructions with ruler and compass, normal and separable field extensions, cyclotomic polynomials, finite fields, solvable groups, symmetric polynomials, fundamental theorem of Galois theory, solvability of algebraic equations

Algebraic varieties: Affine varieties and Hilbert Nullstellensatz, Morphisms of Affine Varieties, Rational Functions and maps, Smooth Points, Tangent Spaces and Dimensions


Qualification Goals

The students shall

  • learn the essential features of Galois theory and its applications and appreciate its historical significance,
  • learn about the applicability of algebraic methods for the description of geometric objects (algebraic varieties),
  • Understand the translation process between geometry and algebra and be able to apply it to posed problems,
  • practice mathematical working methods (development of mathematical intuition and its formal justification, training of the ability to abstract, proof techniques),
  • improve their oral communication skills in the exercises by practicing free speech in front of an audience and during discussion.

Prerequisites

Translation is missing. Here is the German original:

Keine. Empfohlen werden die Kompetenzen, die in den Basismodulen sowie im Aufbaumodul Elementare Algebraische Geometrie oder im Aufbaumodul Algebra vermittelt werden


Applicability

Module imported from M.Sc. Mathematics.

It can be attended at FB12 in study program(s)

  • B.Sc. Mathematics
  • M.Sc. Computer Science
  • M.Sc. Mathematics
  • LAaG Mathematics

When studying LAaG Mathematics, this module can be attended in the study area Specialization Modules.

Die Wahlmöglichkeit des Moduls ist dadurch beschränkt, dass es der Reinen Mathematics zugeordnet ist.


Recommended Reading

  • G. Fischer, R. Sacher: Einführung in die Algebra. Teubner.
  • K. Hulek: Elementare Algebraische Geometrie. Vieweg.



Please note:

This page describes a module according to the latest valid module guide in Winter semester 2016/17. Most rules valid for a module are not covered by the examination regulations and can therefore be updated on a semesterly basis. The following versions are available in the online module guide:

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