MATH 32 The Shape of Space

Topics in intuitive geometry and topology, for example: how to turn a sphere inside out; knots, links, and their invariants; polyhedra In 2, 3, and 4 dimensions; the classification of surfaces; curvature and the Gauss-Bonnet theorem; spherical and hyperbolic geometry; Escher patterns and their quotients; the shape of the universe. Offered in alternate years.

Prerequisite

MATH 22 or MATH 24.

Degree Requirement Attributes

QDS

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