MATH 373 - Foundations of Mathematics

3 hours
A consideration of the origin, history, literature, and nature of mathematics. Possible topics include Euclid’s Elements, development of non-Eudlidean geometries, Hilbert’s postulates for geometry, algebraic structure, the modern mathematical method, number systems, sets, logic, and philosophy. Offered in Alternate Years. Corequisite(s): MATH 220. UG