MATH 501 - History of Mathematics

Institution:

Rockford University

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Description:

Description: This course examines the origins and development of Mathematics and many of its component fields, such as number concepts, numeration systems, arithmetic and its algorithms, algebra, geometry (euclidean, non-euclidean, and analytic), trigonometry, calculus and probability. Great mathematicians and their contributions, great breakthroughs, and classic problems will also be studied. For Math 401, eleven essays (on assigned topics) per credit are required; for Math 501, thirteen essays (on assigned topics) per credit are required. Meets: None Scheduled: Every semester PRQ: None

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rockford.edu

Phone Number:

(815) 226-4186

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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