History of mathematics
4 points * First semester * Clayton * Prerequisites: MAT2020
This subject will first give a general survey of the history of mathematics and then trace various mathematical developments in both the East and the West. Themes: (1) Chinese mathematics; (2) development of various ideas of number (natural, real, complex); (3) solution of algebraic equations.
Assessment
Two essays (3000 words each): 80% * Test: 20%