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Small Specialization Module Algebra/Geometry
(dt. Kleines Vertiefungsmodul Algebra/Geometrie)
Level, degree of commitment | Specialization module, compulsory elective module |
Forms of teaching and learning, workload |
Lecture mit recitation classen (insgesamt 4 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. Examination type: Written or oral examination (individual examination) |
Language, Grading |
English,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
Building on material from an advanced module, modern results in the fields are discussed using up to date research literature.
The topics come from one of the following areas:
- algebra
- number theory
- geometry
Qualification Goals
The students
- Have gained insight into current research in algebra or geometry,
- have practiced dealing with research literature,
- understand the genesis of new mathematical results,
- have deepened their mathematical knowledge in a specific area of algebra or geometry,
- can independently access current scientific articles from national and international journals,
- have deepened mathematical working methods (developing mathematical intuition and its formal justification, abstraction, proof),
- have improved their oral communication skills in exercises by practicing free speech in front of an audience and in discussion.
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. In addition, the competences that are taught in the intermediate modules (depending on the topic) are recommended.
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 Profile Area Mathematics.
Recommended Reading
- Depending on topic
Please note:
This page describes a module according to the latest valid module guide in Winter semester 2023/24. 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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