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This entry is from Winter semester 2018/19 and might be obsolete. No current equivalent could be found.

Large Specialization Module Algebra/Number Theory/Geometry
(dt. Großes Vertiefungsmodul Algebra/Zahlentheorie/Geometrie)

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
Person in charge of the module's outline All lecturers of Mathematics

Contents

Specialized material building on an advanced module, treatment of modern results including new research literature.

The topics come from one of the following areas:

  • algebra
  • number theory
  • geometry

Qualification Goals

The students

  • learn about hot mathematical research topics and results,
  • train working with research literature,
  • gain insight into the development of new mathematical results,
  • deepen their mathematical knowledge in a specific field,
  • acquire the competence to acquire and understanding of scientific articles from mathematical journals,
  • practice mathematical methods (development of mathematical intuition and its formal justification, training of the ability to abstract, proof methods),
  • improve their oral communication skills in the recitation classes 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 vermittelt werden, ferner auch themenabhängig Kenntnisse aus Aufbaumodulen.


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

When studying B.Sc. Mathematics, this module can be attended in the study area Compulsory Elective Modules in Mathematics.

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


Recommended Reading

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Please note:

This page describes a module according to the latest valid module guide in Winter semester 2018/19. 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:

The module guide contains all modules, independent of the current event offer. Please compare the current course catalogue in Marvin.

The information in this online module guide was created automatically. Legally binding is only the information in the examination regulations (Prüfungsordnung). If you notice any discrepancies or errors, we would be grateful for any advice.