MATH 145
Introduction to Topology
Spring 2008
MWF 11-11:50a, NH Rm 1109
Instructor:
Emille Davie
6507 South Hall
Office Hours: M 9-10:00a, W 3-4:30p, or by appointment
E-mail: davie (followed by @math.ucsb.edu)
Office Phone: 893-2738
Web: www.math.ucsb.edu/~davie
Text:
Topology
by
James Munkres, 2nd Edition.
Course
Description: This will be
a foundational course in general topology. My goal is to
strengthen your reasoning and proof writing skills, while
piquing your curiousity of this beautiful subject. Homework
problems will come mostly from the text, but I will on
occasion assign problems from other sources. We will
investigate many concepts through interesting examples (and
counterexamples!), and the pace of the course will depend
greatly on you. Enjoy!
Prerequisite:
Math 8
Evaluations
and Grading: You will be
evaluated on weekly homework assignments, two in-class
midterms, and a final exam.
Your final grade will be calculated as follows:
Homework 25%
Midterms 35%
Final 40%
Make-Up
Policy: Make-ups for
exams will only be given with documented
University-approved excuses (see University Regulations).
Special
Days: There is no
class on
Monday, May 26 in observation
of Memorial Day. We will have a midterm on
Friday, May 2. The last day
of class is
Friday, June 6. The final
exam is on
Thursday, June 12, 12 - 3p.
ADA:
Students with disabilities can get assistance from the
Office of Services for Students with Disabilities
(845-1637). I am happy to work with them and you.
SCHEDULE AND HOMEWORK
ASSIGNMENTS
MIDTERM 1 SOLUTIONS
MIDTERM 2 SOLUTIONS
FINAL EXAM STUDY
GUIDE
*This syllabus is subject to change.