Point-set Topology (MATH-0171)

Spring 2026 · MATH 0171 · Tufts University · 3 credits · Undergraduate

Introduction to the basic definitions and constructions of topology, with a goal of providing ideas and tools that are essential for further study of many branches of modern mathematics. The definition of a topological space, examples of topological spaces, continuous functions, compactness, connectedness, and separability. Other topics may include homeomorphisms, subspaces, the quotient topology, and countability axioms. Prerequisite: MATH 0065 or permission of instructor.

Course codes: MATH-0171, MATH 0171, MATH0171, MATH-171, MATH 171, MATH171

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