MA 284 - History of Mathematics

A problem study approach to the history of mathematics. Topics may include: Babylonian and Egyptian mathematics, number systems, Pythagorean mathematics, duplication, trisection, and quadrature, Greek mathematics including Euclid’s Elements, Hindu-Arabian and Chinese mathematics, and the prelude to and dawn of modern mathematics.

Prerequisites: MA 150

Full course
Misc. Notes: Formerly MA-304
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: History & Society