Algebraic Topology I
Fall 2011

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Course Information

Introduction to algebraic topology. Topics include fundamental groups, covering spaces, Van-Kampen theorem, Cartan simplicial complex and homology, and singular homology.


Time: M W 3:30 p.m. - 4::45 p.m.
Classroom: 24-102

Instructor: Seonhee Lim email
Office: building 25, room 213
Office Hours: M W 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. and by appointments.
TA : Jungsoo Kang (office :25-109, office hours: TBA, e-mail: hoho159 at snu.ac.kr).
There is no textbook for this course.

References:

· Algebraic topology, by Allen Hatcher

· Lecture notes on algebraic topology , by Hyuk Kim

· Topology and geometry, by Glen Bredon

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Assignments

• Homework 1 (due September 21):

• Homework 2 (due October 26):

• Homework 3 (due November 30):

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Exams

• First Midterm : October 12th, 2011, in class. (materials covered : fundamental groups, covering spaces and van Kampen theorem)
• Second Midterm : November 9-16th, 2011, take home exam. (materials covered : higher homotopy groups and simplicial homology)
• Final exam : December 19, 2011 6:30-9:30pm

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