MATH 315: Geometry
Differential Geometry of Curves and Surfaces
Mathematics Department, Bryn Mawr College, Fall 2003
Section 1, Monday, Wednesday, Friday 12-1, Park 337
Professor Lisa Traynor
Office: Park 329
Phone: 526-7460
E-mail: ltraynor@brynmawr.edu
Office Hours: M, W, F 11-12
& by appointment
Welcome to Geometry! This course focuses on the differential geometry of curves and surfaces
with a strong emphasis on the idea of curvature. The text for the course is Riemannian Geometry,
A Beginner’s Guide, 2nd Edition, by Frank Morgan.
I hope that during this course, each of you will
 develop a strong mathematical and physical understanding of central concepts;
 gain technical precision in computations;
 continue to develop clear analytical writing;
 learn about current research problems in geometry.
There will be one midterm exam and a final exam. Weekly homework sets will be collected
on Fridays and graded. You are encouraged to work together on the homework, but you should
write up your own solutions. You are allowed two late homeworks; these late homeworks must
be turned in no more than one week after the due date.
If you are taking the course for graduate credit, you should see me for additional
assignments.
The atmosphere of this class depends heavily on your participation and thus class attendance
is essential! Please call me or e-mail me if you are not able to attend class.
Your final grade will be determined using the following percentages:
Midterm Exam (Take Home, Oct 27-31)
Homework
Final Exam (Take Home)
Class Attendance and Participation
30 %
30 %
30 %
10 %
Exams may not be taken late without advance permission. Extensions are usually granted ONLY
for family emergencies, infirmary or hospital stays, or similar major crises.
Students who think they may need accommodations in this course because of the impact of a disability are
encouraged to meet with me privately early in the semester. Students should also contact Stephanie Bell, Coordinator
of Accessibility Services, at 610-526-7351 in Canwyll House, as soon as possible, to verify their eligibility for
reasonable accommodations. Early contact will help to avoid unnecessary inconvenience and delays.