- Basic definitions,
- Duality,
- Graphic matroids,
- Representable matroids,
- Hyperplane arrangements,
- Tutte polynomials,
- Current topics in Matroid theory.
FSF3706 Matroid Theory 7.5 credits
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
To learn the basics of Matroid theory as well as current aspects and applications thereof.
After the course the student should be well acquainted with the basics of matroid theory, and Le able to follow some of the modern research literature on it.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
A Master degree including at least 30 university credits (hp) in in Mathematics (General knowledge in discrete mathematics).
Literature
- James Oxley, Matroid theory. Second edition. Oxford Gradueate Texts in Mathematics, 21. Oxford University Press. Oxford, 2011. xiv+684 pp. ISBN: 978-0-19-9603:39-8.
- Handouts and research articles.
Examination and completion
Grading scale
P, F
Examination
- INL1 - Assignment, 7.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
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Homework and presentation.
Other requirements for final grade
Homework and presentation.
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
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Education cycle
Third cycle