The theory of étale cohomology is given the impotant tools to number theory, arithmetic geometry, representation theory, etc. Galois cohomologies are étale cohomologies of fields. In this course, we give an introduction to the theory of Galois ohomology. After reviewing Galois theory for fields, we explain the definition and basic properties of Galois cohomology.
This course is followed by "Advanced Topics in Algebra B".
The goal of this course is to understand:
(1) the definition of Galois cohomology,
(2) how to calculate low-dimensional Galois cohomologies.
homological algebra, Galois theory, Galois cohomology
✔ Specialist skills | Intercultural skills | Communication skills | Critical thinking skills | Practical and/or problem-solving skills |
Standard lecture course
Course schedule | Required learning | |
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Class 1 | Introduction | Details will be provided during each class session |
Class 2 | infinite dimensional Galois theory | Details will be provided during each class session |
Class 3 | homological algebra | Details will be provided during each class session |
Class 4 | cohomology of groups | Details will be provided during each class session |
Class 5 | Galois cohomology (1) | Details will be provided during each class session |
Class 6 | Galois cohomology (2) | Details will be provided during each class session |
Class 7 | Application: local field | Details will be provided during each class session |
To enhance effective learning, students are encouraged to spend approximately 30 minutes preparing for class and another 30 minutes reviewing class content afterwards (including assignments) for each class.
They should do so by referring to textbooks and other course material.
None required.
Course materials are provided during class.
Course scores are evaluated by homework assignments. Details will be announced during the course.
basic undergraduate algebra