Instructor: Nero Budur
Office: Hayes Healey 122
Email: nbudur@nd.edu
TEXTBOOK: R. Hartshorne – Algebraic Geometry.
PREREQUISITES: Some exposure to algebra, such as rings and modules, and some knowledge of algebraic varieties.
SYLLABUS: We will cover the basic theory of curves and surfaces (Chapters IV and V of the textbook). Topics include: intersection theory and the Riemann-Roch theorem, classification of curves and surfaces, with special attention to elliptic curves and to rational surfaces, ruled surfaces, K3 surfaces, and abelian surfaces.
HOMEWORK: There will be regular homework to be posted on this page.
GRADING: The grade will loosely be based on homework and presence.
OFFICE HOUR: Drop by my office or schedule an appointment.
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