| MATHEMATICS 531: Introduction to the History of Mathematics (3) | |
| Why? | A study of the history of mathematics gives a perspective of the evolution of mathematical thought and its relationship to the development of the sciences and other related areas. |
| Content: | A study of the development of mathematics from antiquity to modern times. |
| Format: | Lecture. |
| Evaluation: | Problem-solving and essay exams. |
| Prerequisites: | Math 511 and two additional mathematics courses at the 500 level or above. Informal-desired prerequisites are English 101-102. |
| Required for: | BA in Mathematics and Secondary Mathematics Education. |
| Recommended for: | Anyone majoring in a mathematics intensive discipline. |
| Related Courses: | Mathematics 300, Evolution of Mathematics. A non-skills version of the above course. |