MATH 426(S) Introduction to 3-Manifolds

The spatial universe is inherently 3-dimensional, in the sense that wherever we go in the universe, the points surrounding us form a 3-dimensional ball. We call a space that has this property a 3-manifold. Mathematicians have spent the last 100 years trying to understand the properties and possibilities for 3-manifolds. This course will be an introduction to 3-manifolds and their uses, including topological, geometric and algebraic aspects. Evaluation will be based primarily on homework, projects, and exams. Prerequisites: Mathematics 312 or 315, and Mathematics 301 or Mathematics 324 or both Mathematics 305 and Mathematics 321.

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