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401-3001-61L 7 Credits BSC , MSC D-MATH
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Algebraic Topology I

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Christian Urech
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Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:31:23

Abstract

This is an introductory course in algebraic topology, which is the study of algebraic invariants of topological spaces. Topics covered include:singular homology, cell complexes and cellular homology, the Eilenberg-Steenrod axioms.

Resources

Literature

1) A. Hatcher, "Algebraic topology", Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 2002. Book can be downloaded for free at: http://www.math.cornell.edu/~hatcher/AT/ATpage.html See also: http://www.math.cornell.edu/~hatcher/#anchor1772800 2) G. Bredon, "Topology and geometry", Graduate Texts in Mathematics, 139. Springer-Verlag, 1997. 3) T. Tom Dieck: "Algebraic Topology", EMS Press

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 180 minutes
Aids
None

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Algebraic Topology I
  • Wed 08:15-10:00 (HG D 5.2)
  • Fri 14:15-16:00 (HG E 1.1)
4 h weekly

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