MATH 8820 Introduction to Representation Theory

Name: Introduction to Representation Theory
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)

Introduction of a broad range of representation theory, including representations of finite and compact Lie groups, and finite dimensional representations of complex semisimple Lie groups and Lie algebras, and quantum groups.

Course overview

Department: Mathematics
School: MCAS
Credits: 3
Level: Graduate
Offered: Every Fall

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5.00 / 5

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Instructors

Benjamin Howard
Fall 2026, Fall 2023 · Official rating 4.80/5
David Treumann
Fall 2021 · Official rating 5.00/5

Sections

Section 01
Fall 2026 · Benjamin Howard · Gasson Hall 205 MWF 02:00PM-02:50PM · Offered