PURE MTH 7002 - Pure Mathematics Topic B

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2018

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  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code PURE MTH 7002
    Course Pure Mathematics Topic B
    Coordinating Unit Mathematical Sciences
    Term Semester 1
    Level Postgraduate Coursework
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 3
    Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y
    Assessment ongoing assessment 30%, exam 70%
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Dr Hang Wang

    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    In 2018, the topic of this course is Functional Analysis

    Introduction

    Motivated by the development of calculus of variation, integral equations, approximation theory and quantum physics in early years of the twenties century, functional analysis has grown into a broad field of modern analysis. This subject is the study of infinite dimensional linear topological spaces as well as properties of linear maps among these spaces, using analysis, algebra and geometry. Just as finite dimensional vector space is the representation space to linear algebra, Hilbert space is the natural representation space to functional analysis. Analysis and spectral theory of linear operators on Hilbert spaces are essential tools in mathematics, physics, and many branches in engineering sciences, especially in fields of Partial Differential Equation, Quantum Mechanics, Signal Processing, Ergodic Theory and Dynamics.

    This course focuses on important examples, properties, and linear operators on Hilbert spaces, and leads to spectral theorem of Hermite operators. Time permitted, we shall explore some advanced topics of the field. This course is fundamental to students planning to study and research in modern mathematics and/or physics.

    The course will cover the following topics.

    1. Hilbert spaces (4 lectures).
    2. Bounded linear operators on Hilbert spaces and fundamental theorems in functional analysis (8 lectures).
    3. Special operators (6 lectures).
    4. Compact operators and its spectral decompositions (4 lectures).
    5. Spectral decomposition of Hermite operators (6 lectures).
    6. Advanced topics (sample: unbounded operators, representation of groups, Fourier analysis) (2 lectures).

    Learning Outcomes

    On successful completion of this course, students will be able to

    1. Understand properties of Hilbert spaces and their bounded linear operators; know how to apply these properties;
    2. Identify and work on key examples involving Hilbert space analysis;
    3. Understand meaning of spectrum and compute spectrum of specific examples;
    4. State and prove spectral theorem for compact and for Hermite operators;
    5. Know some concrete applications of spectral theorem.

    Prerequisites

    The course requires point set topology, basic measure theory, firm background in linear algebra. Good knowledge of complex analysis and real analysis would be desirable. It is recommended that students have taken Topology and analysis III previously and are familiar with basics ideas of linear algebra and groups.
    University Graduate Attributes

    This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

    University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s)
    Deep discipline knowledge
    • informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies
    • acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1
    • accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)
    all
    Critical thinking and problem solving
    • steeped in research methods and rigor
    • based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development
    • demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment
    all
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources
    The only required resources for this course is my lecture notes.
    Recommended Resources
    W. Rudin, Functional analysis
    J. Convey, A course in functional analysis 
    M. Reed and B. Simon, Methods of modern mathematical physics. I, Functional analysis; II, Fourier analysis, self-adjointness
    K. Yosida, Functional analysis 
    G. Folland, Real analysis: Modern techniques and their applications
    Online Learning
    The course will have an active MyUni website.
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    The lecturer guides the students through the course material in 30 lectures. Students are expected to engage with the material in the lectures. Interaction with the lecturer and discussion of any difficulties that arise during the lecture is encouraged. Fortnightly homework assignments help students strengthen their understanding of the theory and their skills in applying it, and allow them to gauge their progress.
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.


    Activity Quantity Workload hours
    Lectures 30 90
    Assignments 6 66
    Total 156
    Learning Activities Summary

    No information currently available.

  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    Assessment taskTask typeDueWeightingLearning outcomes
    Examination Summative Examination period 70% All
    Homework assignments Formative and summative One week after assigned 30% All
    Assessment Related Requirements
    An aggregate score of 50% is required to pass the course.
    Assessment Detail
    There will be a total of 6 homework assignments, distributed during every 4 lectures and due within 1 week. Each will cover material from the lectures and, in addition, will sometimes go beyond that so that students may have to undertake some additional research.
    Submission
    Homework assignments must be given to the lecturer in person or emailed as a pdf. Failure to meet the deadline without reasonable and verifiable excuse may result in a significant penalty for that assignment.
    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

    Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

    Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

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