PURE MTH 7066 - Pure Mathematics Topic E
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2014
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code PURE MTH 7066 Course Pure Mathematics Topic E Coordinating Unit Pure Mathematics Term Semester 2 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Daniel Stevenson
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
In 2014, the topic of this course will be Lie Groups and Lie Algebras.
Syllabus
The theory of Lie groups and Lie algebras lies at the intersection of several mathematical disciplines: algebra, analysis. geometry and topology. It is therefore a very rich and beautiful subject, with many applications. For instance the notion of Lie group is of fundamental importance in differential geometry and mathematical physics. This course is an introduction to the basic theory underlying the subject; the aim is to give students an appreciation of the subject, and to prepare them for further study in this area.
Topics to be covered include:
Basic notions of differential geometry; Lie groups - definitions and examples; Lie algebras and the exponential map; homogenous spaces; Lie's Theorem; linear algebra and Lie theory; maximal tori;
further topics selected according to interests of students.
Prerequisites: as a preparation for the course you should have taken the third year courses PURE MTH 3007 Groups and Rings, PURE MTH 3002 Topology and Analysis and PURE MTH 3022 Geometry of Surfaces. This course also follows on naturally from the honours course PURE MTH 7002 Differential Geometry.
Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate understanding of the basic notions underlying the theory of Lie groups and Lie algebras.
2. Demonstrate familarity with a range of examples of these notions.
3. Prove basic results about Lie groups and Lie algebras.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of the existence of maximal tori in compact, connected Lie groups, and the role of these in representation theory and classification problems.
5. Apply the theory of the course to solve a variety of problems at an appropriate level of difficulty.
6. Demonstrate skill in communicating mathematics orally and in writing.
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1,2,3,4,5 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 2,4,5 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 5 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 6 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1,2,3,4,5,6 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 6 -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
None.Recommended Resources
The following texts are relevant for the course.
J. F. Adams, Lectures on Lie groups, W. A. Benjamin, Inc., New York, 1969
R. Carter, G. Segal and I. MacDonald, Lectures on Lie Groups and Lie Algebras, London Mathematical Society Student Texts, 32, Cambridge University Press, Cambridge 1995.
T. Bröcker and T. tom Dieck, Representations of compact groups, Graduate Texts in Mathematics, Vol. 98, Springer-Verlag, New York, 1985. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This course relies on lectures at the primary delivery mechanism for the material. A sequence of written assignments reinforce the students understanding of the lecture material and provides assessment opportunities for students to gauge their progress.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Activity Quantity Workload Hours
Lectures 30 90
Assignments 6 66
Total 156
Learning Activities Summary
Week 1: Basic concepts of differential geometry
Week 2: Introduction to Lie groups; examples
Week 3: Lie algebras and the exponential map
Week 4: The exponential map, continued; homogenous spaces
Week 5: Lie's Theorem
Week 6: Linear algebra and Lie theory
Week 7: Maximal tori
Week 8: Maximal tori, continued
Weeks 9-12: Further topics selected from (according to student interest): the Peter-Weyl theorem; elementary representation theory; the geometry of the Steifel diagram; unitary groups and symmetric groups -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Component Weighting Outcomes Assessed Assignments 30% All Exam 70% All Assessment Related Requirements
An aggregate score of at least 50% is required to pass the course.Assessment Detail
Distributed Due Date Weighting
Assignment 1 Week 2 Week 3 5%
Assignment 2 Week 4 Week 5 5%
Assignment 3 Week 6 Week 7 5%
Assignment 4 Week 8 Week 9 5%
Assignment 5 Week 10 Week 11 5%
Assignment 6 Week 11 Week 12 5%
Submission
Assignments will have a maximum two week turn-around time for students.
Late assignments will not be accepted.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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