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Algebraic Topology I
(dt. Algebraische Topologie I)
Level, degree of commitment | Specialization module, depends on importing study program |
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): 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. |
Origin | M.Sc. Mathematics |
Duration, frequency |
One semester, irregular |
Person in charge of the module's outline | Prof. Dr. Sönke Rollenske, Prof. Dr. Oliver Goertsches |
Contents
Algebraic invariants of topological spaces are constructed (homology, cohomology, or homotopy). As an application, one gets elegant solutions to classical problems in topology (invariance of dimension, fixed point theorems).
Qualification Goals
Students will
- know basic topological constructions,
- can use algebraic invariants to solve topological problems,
- can recognize and use functorial relations.
- Have deepened mathematical ways of working (development of mathematical intuition and its formal justification, abstraction, proof),
- have improved their oral communication skills in exercises 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, we recommend the knowledge of topology that will be taught in an introductory course.
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 Compulsory Elective 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
- A. Hatcher, Algebraic topology. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 2002.
- J. P. May, A concise course in algebraic topology. Chicago Lectures in Mathematics. University of Chicago Press, Chicago, IL, 1999
Please note:
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