PMATH 764Introduction to Algebraic Geometry

Units: 0.50
Level: Graduate
Faculty: Mathematics
Subject: Pure Mathematics

When it runs

Ran in 2 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

An introduction to algebraic geometry through the theory of algebraic curves. General algebraic geometry: affine and projective algebraic sets, Hilbert's Nullstellensatz, co-ordinate rings, polynomial maps, rational functions and local rings. Algebraic curves: affine and projective plane curves, tangency and multiplicity, intersection numbers, Bezout's theorem and divisor class groups.

Prerequisites

None listed.

Antirequisites

Not completed nor concurrently enrolled in:
- PMATH464

Leads to

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