Textbook: Topology, P. Schick first Ed.

Here is a link to notes and other materials (MIT Open course ware- Munkres course page)

 Click here for the homework assignments.

Course Description: We will give a basic introduction to Topology. The study of Topology underlies many areas of math, including geometry, algebra and analysis. We will cover at least the first seven chapters which provides and introduction to some of the basics, then hopefully get to some of the algebraic applications of topology.

Prerequisites: The prerequisite for this course is Math 281 (Discrete Math) or equivalent. It will be assumed that you are familiar with all of the material from this course though we will review the most relevant points to settle on notation and to insure that everyone knows exactly what will be used. If for some reason you have not taken the prerequisite you can take this course at your own risk. The requirement is mostly covered in chapter 1 of the text. We will review this material briefly during the first week or two then move into the new material in chapter 2.

Attendance Policy: I follow the official College attendance policy. In particular if your unexcused absences exceed 15% of the classes (that is 4 classes), you are subject to a failing grade, regardless of your scores on exams, homework, and quizzes. Each unexcused absence above two will result in your grade being lowered one step. To avoid an unexcused absence you must contact me in person, by phone, or by email prior to the missed class. In addition, you are responsible for obtaining the notes, and any announcements made during the missed class.

Grading: Your grade will be composed of 20% homework, 25% for each of two 90 minute exams, and 30% for the final exam.
    Homework: Each week there will be a homework to be turned in. You may work on the homework together however everyone must turn in their own homeworks. Homeworks must be relatively neat and should include all of your work. It is recommended that you form small study groups to review notes, discuss problems, and study for exams.
    Exams: There will be two 90 minute exams as well as a final exam. The exams will be on Thursday. Feb. 21, and Thursday April 3. The final exam will be Tuesday May 13, 4:30-6:30pm and will be cumulative but will focus on the later material. There will be no make-up exams. In the event class is canceled on one of the exam days, the exam will be given during the next class.
    Reading assignments: Reading assignments will be given each class to prepare for the next lecture. It is expected that you will read the sections and know the definitions, theorems, and at least a rough idea of the material. I do not assume you will completely understand the material before class, however it is important that you get an idea of what will be presented.

Academic Integrity: Academic dishonesty is a major violation of College policy and it is not tolerated. It can result in a range of disciplinary actions including failure of the course, suspension, and dismissal from the College. A written report of the the incident is filed in the student's permanent file.

Students with Special Needs: Students with documented disabilities may be entitled to specific accommodations. SUNY Brockport's Office  for Student with Disabilities makes this determination.   Please contact the  Office for Students with  Disabilities at (585)395-5409 or  osdoffic@brockport.edu to inquire about obtaining an official letter to the course instructor detailing any approved accommodations.  The student is responsible for providing the course instructor with an official letter.  Faculty work as a team with the Office for Students with Disabilities to meet the needs of students  with disabilities.

Drops and withdrawals: Note that the deadline for adding a class is 2/4, late adds is 2/15, and the drop period ends on Mon. 2/25. The withdrawal period ends Friday 4/11 without permission and 4/25 with permission (though it is very difficult to get permission)..

Course Web site: There will be a course web site which will contain homework assignments (found at www.acs.brockport.edu/~hskogman) and any other announcements or handouts (as well as this syllabus).