401-3001-61L Algebraic Topology I
| Semester | Autumn Semester 2016 |
| Lecturers | P. S. Jossen |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | English |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 401-3001-61 G | Algebraic Topology I | 4 hrs |
| P. S. Jossen |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | This is an introductory course in algebraic topology. The course will cover the following main topics: introduction to homotopy theory, homology and cohomology of spaces. |
| Learning objective | |
| Literature | 1) G. Bredon, "Topology and geometry", Graduate Texts in Mathematics, 139. Springer-Verlag, 1997. 2) A. Hatcher, "Algebraic topology", Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 2002. Book can be downloaded for free at: http://www.math.cornell.edu/%7ehatcher/AT/ATpage.html See also: http://www.math.cornell.edu/%7eehatcher/#anchor1772800 3) E. Spanier, "Algebraic topology", Springer-Verlag |
| Prerequisites / Notice | General topology, linear algebra. Some knowledge of differential geometry and differential topology is useful but not absolutely necessary. |
Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| ECTS credits | 8 credits |
| Examiners | P. S. Jossen |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | English |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit. |
| Mode of examination | written 180 minutes |
| Written aids | None |
| This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding. | |
Learning materials
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| Only public learning materials are listed. |
Groups
| No information on groups available. |
Restrictions
| There are no additional restrictions for the registration. |
Offered in
| Programme | Section | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctoral Department of Mathematics | Graduate School | W |  |
| Mathematics Bachelor | Core Courses: Pure Mathematics | W | |
| Mathematics Master | (also Bachelor) Core Courses: Pure Mathematics | W | |