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TMA4190 - Introduction to Topology

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
School exam 100/100 4 hours D

Course content

This course is a first introduction to topology. It will start with basic concepts in point set topology (e.g. topological spaces, continuous maps, metric spaces, constructions of topological spaces, compactness, connectedness). Then it will give an introduction to algebraic topology, such as homotopy, fundamental group, and covering spaces.

Learning outcome

  1. Knowledge. The student has knowledge of fundamental concepts and methods in topology.
  2. Skills. The student is able to apply his or her knowledge of basic topology to formulate and solve problems of a topological nature in mathematics and other fields where topological issues arise.

Learning methods and activities

The course will be given in English if the course is attended by students who don't master a Scandinavian language.

Further on evaluation

If the course is taught in English, the exam will be given in English. The students may answer either in Norwegian or English. Retake of examination may be given as an oral examination.

Course materials

Will be announced at the start of the course.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From To
SIF5034 7.5
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Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2024

Language of instruction: English, Norwegian

Location: Trondheim

Subject area(s)
  • Mathematics
  • Technological subjects
Contact information
Course coordinator: Lecturer(s):

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Mathematical Sciences

Examination

Examination arrangement: School exam

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Spring ORD School exam 100/100 D 2024-05-27 15:00 INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
SL410 Sluppenvegen 14 23
Summer UTS School exam 100/100 D INSPERA
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
Examination

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