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MATH 734

Algebraic Geometry

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelGraduate
Standard

Overview

Description

Introduction to algebraic geometry over an algebraically closed field, focusing on classical constructions with a modern perspective. Affine and projective varieties; Veronese and Segre maps; tangent spaces and dimension; singularities; abstract algebraic varieties; sheaf theory.

Requirements

Recommended Preparation

MATH 640MATH 733
Original catalog text

Recommended Preparation

Recommended preparation: MATH 640; MATH 733.

Units

Lecture3

Catalog Details

Offering

Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

Terms

fall

Attributes

Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • analyze simple examples of algebraic varieties, and answer questions concerning their irreducible components and singularities.
  • establish precise connections between commutative algebra and algebraic geometry.
  • describe quasi-projective varieties as locally ringed spaces.