Mathematics 475 - History of Mathematics
Spring
2022
01
3.00
Owen Gwilliam
M W F 11:15AM 12:05PM
UMass Amherst
37967
Lederle Grad Res Ctr rm A203
ogwilliam@umass.edu
This is an introduction to the history of mathematics from ancient civilizations to present day. Students will study major mathematical discoveries in their cultural, historical, and scientific contexts. This course explores how the study of mathematics evolved through time, and the ways of thinking of mathematicians of different eras - their breakthroughs and failures. Students will have an opportunity to integrate their knowledge of mathematical theories with material covered in General Education courses. Forms of evaluation will include a group presentation, class discussions, and a final paper. Satisfies the Integrative Experience requirement for BA-MATH and BS-MATH majors.
This course is open to Undergraduate Mathematics majors only. Calculus & MATH 300/COMPSCI250 To submit an override request, please visit: https://goo.gl/forms/njwWgVZjhsjWDP1y2