Math 790: Advanced Topics in Mathematics
Course Objectives
The main objective of this course is to give students an introduction to the main ideas and techniques of a specific graduate level area of study in mathematics. Students will investigate some of the major topics. They will also apply these ideas to a wide range of problems in the area and related areas of mathematics.
Evaluation of Students
Students will be evaluated on their ability to devise, organize and present complete solutions to problems. While instructors may design their own methods of evaluating student performance, these methods may include in-class examinations, homework assignments and a final exam.
Course Outline: As appropriate to the specific area of study.
Textbooks & Software: As appropriate to the area of study.
The areas of study vary from year to year and include the following:
| Abbreviated Title: | Expanded Title: | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ALGEBRA GEOMETRY COMBINATORICS | Algebra, Geometry and Combinatorics |
| 2 | APPLIED MATHEMATICS | Applied Mathematics |
| 3 | MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS | Mathematical Statistics |
| 4 | ANALYSIS | Analysis |
| 5 | MATH EDUCATION | Math Education |
| 6 | ALGEBRAIC TOPOLOGY | Algebraic Topology |
| 7 | POLYTOPES AND VARIETIES | Polytopes and Varieties |
| 8 | ADVANCED FRAME THEORY | Advanced Frame Theory |