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Academic Year 2002/2003
Topics in Geometry
MATH 251 FA
This is a course in the geometry of Euclidean of two and three dimensions. The course emphasizes the groups of isometries and similarities of these spaces and the wider interplay of algebra and geometry. Discussion of
non-Euclidean geometry will be included if time permits.
MAJOR READINGS
Regular classroom handouts, roughly in the format of chapters for a future textbook.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Between two and five examinations. Enough computational homework for the student to become familiar with incidence matrices and finite fields.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
This course should be a good introduction or companion course for Mathematics 261. The geometric constructions will emphasize the applications of matrix groups, matrix rings, and matrix fields to geometric structures.
COURSE FORMAT:
Lecture
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level:
UGRD
Credit:
1
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM MATH
Grading Mode:
Graded
Prerequisites:
NONE
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Last Updated on MAR-18-2003
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