Course: Differential geometry and its applications

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Course title Differential geometry and its applications
Course code KAG/DGA
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Seminar
Level of course Master
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 4
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Peška Patrik, RNDr. Ph.D.
Course content
unspecified

Learning activities and teaching methods
Training in job and motor Skils, Activating (Simulations, Games, Dramatization), Group work, Analyzing and producing audiovisual content
Learning outcomes
The aim of the course is to introduce the basics of Differential Geometry of curves and surfaces with emphasis on computation and visualization using software tools. Students will: - learn to use Maxima for analytical and graphical computations, - understand the geometric meaning of vector-valued functions, - analyze tangent properties of curves and surfaces, - understand curvature and torsion of curves, - work with the Frenet-Serret frame, - use the first and second fundamental forms of surfaces, - gain introductory knowledge of tensor-based descriptions, - connect analytical results with graphical visualization.
After completing the course, the student: Knowledge: - understands the basics of Differential Geometry of curves and surfaces, - understands curvature, torsion, and fundamental forms, - has introductory knowledge of tensor-based geometry, - knows the role of computational tools in geometry. Skills: - uses Maxima for computation and visualization, - works with vector-valued functions and surfaces, - computes tangent properties of curves and surfaces, - determines curvatures and interprets their meaning, - connects analytical computations with graphical outputs. Competences: - connects mathematical theory with practical computation, - uses software tools to solve mathematical problems, - develops geometric intuition through visualization, - is prepared to apply knowledge in teaching and practice.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of Mathematical Analysis (derivatives of functions of one and several variables) and Linear Algebra is assumed. Basic computer skills are required.

Assessment methods and criteria
Student performance, Systematic Observation of Student, Seminar Work

To successfully complete the course, the student must: - demonstrate basic proficiency in using Maxima for symbolic and graphical computations, - understand the fundamentals of Vector Algebra, - work with scalar and vector-valued functions of one and two variables and their visualization, - determine tangent properties of curves (tangent, normal, binormal vectors), - compute curvature and torsion of curves and use the Frenet-Serret frame, - determine tangent planes and normal vectors of surfaces, - work with the first and second fundamental forms of surfaces, - compute basic surface characteristics (curvatures), - understand introductory concepts of tensor calculus, - solve practical and computational problems using software tools, - complete continuous assessment tasks (assignments, visualizations, projects), - pass the final assessment (course credit or exam).
Recommended literature
  • Doupovec, M. (1999). Diferenciální geometrie a tenzorový počet. Brno.
  • Gray, A. (1994). Differential geometry.
  • Kreyszig E. (2013). Differential geometry.. Dover publ.
  • Podolský J. (1994). Modern Differential Geometry of Curves and Surfaces. Spectrum Akad. Verl.
  • Struik J. D. (1961). Lectures on classical differential geometry. Courier corp.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Teaching Training in Descriptive Geometry for Secondary Schools (2019) Category: Pedagogy, teacher training and social care 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter