CONVEXITY I

COURSE INFORMATION

MATH 4623/5623 - FALL 1999

Materials: The text is Convex Sets and their Applications by Steven Lay. We will study the geometry of convex sets in finite dimensional Euclidean spaces. This will include combinatorial, analytic and, of course, geometric aspects of the subject. We will discuss relationships to other areas of mathematics as well as applications to other disciplines.

Grading: You will be assessed on the basis of your performance in the final exam, 3 tests and a, yet to be determined, number of homework assignments. By far the most significant part of this assessment will be determined by the tests and final:

Homework 5%

3 tests 57%

Final 38%

Nevertheless, you should take the homework very seriously since it will provide significant help in your preparation for the tests. Your course grade will be determined by the following scale:

Homework: Homework will be assigned from time to time and will be due one week later. Late homework will not be accepted under any circumstances.

Withdrawal: You may withdraw with a W, regardless of your standing in class, on or before Friday October 1. After October 1, you may withdraw with a W only if you maintain a passing grade.

Miscellany: If you have a disability, or if there are special circumstances that may prevent you from fully demonstrating your understanding of this course material, please let me know as soon as possible so that we may ensure your full participation.

Internet: We will make occasional use of the internet throughout the course. For example, a copy of this document is available on the internet. You are required to regularly peruse the appropriate World Wide Web pages throughout the semester. The starting point for such browsing is http://www.math.ou.edu/~pgoodey/classes/cv1.html.