History of Mathematics
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Overview
Subject area
MAT
Catalog Number
132
Course Title
History of Mathematics
Department(s)
Description
This course presents the important theoretical developments in mathematicsfrom antiquity to the end of the 16th century with particular emphasis on ancient Greek mathematics. Topics include origins of measurement and geometry,numeral systems, introduction to basic logic and mathematical proofs, themethod of exhaustion and its applications, and elementary number theory.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate LaGuardia CC
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
012174