MATH 331 - History of Mathematics

Units: 3
Three hours lecture per week
Prerequisite(s): Junior Standing and successful completion of Golden Four GE Areas (A1, A2, A3, B4)
Study of breakthrough mathematical ideas and their creators, including historical and scientific context. Important concepts of current mathematics are studied: inception, development, difficulties, significance, and various viewpoints will be presented. At least one significant writing assignment is required.
Graded: Letter Grade
GenEd: UDGE-B
CI Mission Category(s): Interdisciplinary Approaches