MATH 3480 - History of Mathematics

5 credit hours
An exploration of the development of mathematics from ancient times through the present, with attention to effects and influences of cultural practices and viewpoints. Topics may include ancient practical geometry; Greece and the concept of proof; the algebra and problem-solving of medieval Islam; numerical techniques of China and India; the revolution of Calculus; taming infinity; Gödel and axiomatic mathematics. Requisites may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor.

Prerequisite Course(s): MATH 2320 or MATH 2330 with a C- or better