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Algebraic Geometry: Advanced Methods
(dt. Algebraische Geometrie: Weiterführende Methoden)

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,
irregular
Person in charge of the module's outline Prof. Dr. Sönke Rollenske

Contents

Basic characteristics of algebraic varieties and morphisms are studied, including Zariski topology, dimension and regularity. The general techniques are illustrated on a representative class of examples, e.g. curves.

This module builds on the techniques learned in the Commutative Algebra course to provide a deeper insight into algebraic geometry.


Qualification Goals

Students can

  • to capture the basic characteristics of affine algebraic and projective varieties,
  • learn about the interaction of abstract methods and results of commutative algebra and geometric intuition.

They deepen

  • the practice of mathematical working methods (development of mathematical intuition and its formal justification, training of the ability to abstract, proof techniques),
  • in the exercises, their oral communication skills through discussion and free speech in front of an audience.

Prerequisites

Translation is missing. Here is the German original:

Keine. Empfohlen werden die Kompetenzen, die in den Basismodulen und den Modulen Algebra und Kommutative Algebra vermittelt werden. Vorkenntnisse aus den Bereichen Differentialgeometrie, Zahlentheorie oder Topologie sind hilfreich.


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 M.Sc. Computer Science, this module can be attended in the study area Minor subject Mathematics.


Recommended Reading

  • Görtz, Ulrich; Wedhorn, Torsten Algebraic geometry I., Vieweg + Teubner, Wiesbaden, 2010.
  • Liu, Qing Algebraic geometry and arithmetic curves, Oxford University Press, Oxford, 2002.
  • Perrin, Daniel Algebraic geometry. An introduction., Universitext. Springer-Verlag London, 2008.



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.

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