Introduction to Differential Geometry (342-0-51)

Instructors

Sandy L Zabell
8474915564
Lunt 227

Meeting Info

Lunt Hall 101: Mon, Wed, Fri 11:00AM - 11:50AM

Overview of class

Differential geometry of curves and surfaces, and its connections with special and general relativity. Euclidean versus Minkowski geometry. Curves: parametrization, curvature, proper time, coordinate frames. Surfaces: metric tensor and second fundamental form; Gaussian curvature. Intrinsic geometry: theorem egregious, geodesics, space-time, tensors.

Registration Requirements

Math 234
Math 240

Teaching Method

Weekly problem sets, midterm, final exam

Evaluation Method

GA grades homework Professor grades exams.

Class Materials (Required)

978-0387986418
The Geometry of Spacetime
Author: Callahan
Publisher: Springer

Class Materials (Suggested)

No suggested materials. See required materials

Class Attributes

Formal Studies Distro Area

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Prerequisite: Students must have completed MATH 230-2 (or equivalent) and MATH 240-0 (or equivalent).

Associated Classes

DIS - Lunt Hall 101: Tues 11:00AM - 11:50AM