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Academic Year 2003/2004


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 Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-19-2004


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