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Algebraic Topology (Small Specialization Module)
(dt. Algebraische Topologie (Kleines Vertiefungsmodul))
Level, degree of commitment | Specialization module, depends on importing study program |
Forms of teaching and learning, workload |
Lecture (3 SWS), recitation class (1 SWS) or lecture (2 SWS), seminar (2 SWS), 180 hours (60 h attendance, 120 h private study) |
Credit points, formal requirements |
6 CP Course requirement(s): Successful completion of at least 50 percent of the points from the weekly exercises or presentation with written assignment. Examination type: Written or oral examination |
Language, Grading |
German,The grading is done with 0 to 15 points according to the examination regulations for the degree program M.Sc. Mathematics. |
Origin | M.Sc. Mathematics |
Duration, frequency |
One semester, irregular |
Person in charge of the module's outline | Prof. Dr. Volkmar Welker |
Contents
Specialized topological methods are presented which contribute to the investigation of topological spaces, whcih are motivated by questions in algebra, algebraic geometry or combinatorics. These can be, for example, methods of homotopy theory or the theory of manifolds.
Qualification Goals
The students
- know specialized topological constructions (e.g. from homotopy theory) and their algebraic invariants,
- can use algebraic invariants of topological spaces in other areas (e.g. algebra, combinatorics),
- can profitably apply methods from other areas (e.g. algebra, combinatorics) to topological questions.
They deepen
- the practice of mathematical methods (development of mathematical intuition and its formal justification, training of the ability to abstract, proof methods),
- in the recitation classes, their oral communication skills through discussion and free speech in front of an audience.
Prerequisites
None. The competences taught in the following modules are recommended: either Foundations of Mathematics and Linear Algebra I and Linear Algebra II or Basic Linear Algebra, either Analysis I and Analysis II or Basic Real Analysis, Algebra. In addition, the competences are recommended which are taught in an introductory course on topology.
Applicability
The module 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. Mathematics, this module can be attended in the study area Specialization Modules in Mathematics.
The module can also be used in other study programs (export module).
The module is assigned to Pure Mathematics. Further information on eligibility can be found in the description of the study area.
Recommended Reading
- de Longueville, Mark, A Course in Topological Combinatorics, Springer, 2011.
- P.G. Goerss, R. Jardine, Simplicial homotopy theory, Birkhäuser 2010.
Please note:
This page describes a module according to the latest valid module guide in Winter semester 2020/21. 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:
- Winter 2016/17
- Summer 2018
- Winter 2018/19
- Winter 2019/20
- Winter 2020/21
- Summer 2021
- Winter 2021/22
- Winter 2022/23
- Winter 2023/24 (no corresponding element)
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