History of Mathematics

Catalog description

History of Mathematics (3) From clay tablets to artificial intelligence, explore developments in the history of mathematics around the world and through the ages. This course surveys the lives of the creators and the results of their eureka moments and long struggles for enlightenment. Through readings, examination of written and visual materials, discussion, and written assignments, students broaden and enrich their understanding of mathematics as a science, an art, and an essential part of culture, and analyze how history has shaped modern mathematical knowledge and practice. Students hone writing and information literacy skills through a variety of written assignments, culminating in a research project on a topic of their choice. AU Core Integrative Requirement: Written Communication and Information Literacy II and Diversity and Equity. Crosslist: MATH-670. Usually Offered: alternate springs (even years). Prerequisite: MATH-222 and completion of Written Communication and Information Literacy I requirement.