MA 580 - History of Mathematics

The origins of mathematical ideas and their evolution over time, from early number systems and the evolution of algebra, geometry, and calculus to 20th-century results in the foundations of mathematics. Connections between mathematics and society, including the role of applications in the development of mathematical concepts.

Preparation for Course
P: two semesters of calculus and MA 305 or consent of instructor.

Cr. 3.
Notes
Note: Prerequisites in mathematics and statistics are intended as a guide and may be satisfied through completion of equivalent or more advanced courses. Consent of the course instructor can substitute for completion of specified prerequisites, and students are invited to discuss their eligibility for enrollment with their advisors or the instructor of the course.
Dual Level Course
Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate