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MATH 463: Geometric Topology

Mathematics · 4 credits

An overview of methods in geometric topology focused on understanding knots and surfaces. Topics include basic graph theory, including the classification of Platonic solids; simplicial and polygonal descriptions of knots and surfaces; classification of surfaces; and diagrammatic, combinatorial, and geometric techniques in knot theory.

Offered in 3 of the 26 listed terms (Winter 2023 to Fall 2026).

Prerequisites

MATH 204 and (MATH 224 or MATH 225) and (MATH 302 or MATH 309)

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Instructors

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Meier, Jeffrey3Winter 2023 to Fall 2026

Every offering in the listed terms (3 sections)

TermSecCRNTypeMeetsInstructorEnrolledDelivery
Fall 2026043589LectureMTRF 10:00am-10:50am · BH 217Meier, Jeffrey12/25Face to Face Instruction
Spring 2025023099LectureMTRF 10:00am-10:50am · BH 227Meier, Jeffrey16/23Face to Face Instruction
Winter 2023013860LectureMTRF 9:00am-9:50am · OM 585Meier, Jeffrey8/25Face to Face Instruction