NOTE: this course was formerly numbered 01:640:436

Prerequisites



Math 251 or Math 291, and Math 250.

This course will present an overview of the development of mathematics from ancient civilizations to the beginning of the 19th century. Selected topics from the history of mathematics including number systems; Euclidean geometry; the development of algebra in India, Arabia, and the West; and calculus. Special emphasis will be placed on some recurrent themes, e.g., calculation of areas, progressive enlargement of number systems, changing concepts of rigorous proof.

Besides lectures, part of the course will be devoted to presentations of selected topics by participants, either in class or in the form of papers.

Textbook



Textbook: For current textbook please refer to our Master Textbook List page

Please Note:



This revised course does not satisfy the SAS core curriculum writing requirement

This course is taught during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Schedule of Sections:

(NOTE: this course was formerly numbered 01:640:436)

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