MATH 4370 — Computational Algebra
General Information
Introduction to algebraic geometry and computational algebra. Students will learn how to compute a Gröbner basis for polynomials in many variables. Covers the following applications: solving systems of polynomial equations in many variables, solving diophantine equations in many variables, 3-colorable graphs, and integer programming. Such applications arise, for example, in computer science, engineering, economics, and physics. Students will be expected to be comfortable writing proofs. More experience with proofs may be gained by first taking a 3000-level MATH course.
Full Cornell course description (FA26)
Credits: 3
Prerequisites and Enrollment
Prerequisites: MATH 2210 or MATH 2230 or MATH 2310 or MATH 2940 or equivalent.
Recorded Offerings
| Semester | Listed instructors | Course details |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | Yuri Berest | Roster / syllabus |
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Course information checked against Cornell’s Spring and Fall 2026 rosters on September 18, 2026. The listed semesters are verified examples, not a complete offering history.