Mathematics

MATH 232 Morse Theory

Classical Morse Theory. The fundamental theorems relating critical points to the topology of a manifold are treated in detail. The Bott Periodicity Theorem. A specialized course offered once every few years.

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): MATH 208, MATH 209, MATH 210, MATH 211, and MATH 212 recommended as preparation. Enrollment is restricted to graduate students.

Credits

5