MATH 492 - History of Mathematics

3 credits

Description
The topic of mathematics is studied through an historical perspective with an emphasis on fitting mathematics into larger cultural, social, and scientific contexts. This course does not count towards the mathematics major or minor.

Prerequisites
MATH 131, at least 3 additional mathematics courses numbered 132 or above, and senior status or above.

Note
Open to graduate students. Graduate students are required to do additional work of a research nature.

Foundational Studies Credit
[FS: 2010 Upper Division Integrative Electives]

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