MA 260 - History of Mathematics

Institution:

DeSales University

Subject:

Mathematics

Description:

An introduction to the historical development of, mathematics from ancient times to the twentieth, century. Topics highlighted include formulation, of number systems in various cultures,, standardization of mathematical notation, and, progress made in fields of algebra, geometry,, trigonometry, calculus, probability and number, theory. Designed for students seeking teacher, certification, this course emphasizes the, application of mathematics history to the, classroom.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

MA-122

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.desales.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 282-1100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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