Math 572 Spring 2023

Textbook

Hatcher's algebraic topology 

Office hours

Location: Math 710

Time: Wednesdays 2:30-4:30.

Grading

-Homework 30

-Take home midterm 30

-Take home final exam 40

Grades will be posted on Brightspace. 

The class will be curved to something at least as generous as the standard high school grading scale (e.g. 90-93=A-). 

Homework

Homework is due Thursdays most weeks and listed on Brightspace. Please hand the homework in class or upload it to Brightspace. All homework will be graded but please submit a physical copy if you would like feedback. 

No homework will be due during quiet period.

Midterm

The midterm will be posted February 27th and is due in class on March 7th. The midterm is open book but you may not consult people other than me about it.

Final exam

The final exam will be posted April 24th and is due May 3th. The final is open book but you may not consult people other than me about it.

Schedule

Disability statement

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