MTH 251: Landmarks of Greek Mathematics (0.5 course unit)
This half-credit course examines selected masterpieces of classical mathematics, including Euclid's Elements, Archimedes' determination of the surface area of a sphere, Heron's formula for triangular area, and Ptolemy's table of chords. Emphasis will be placed on the brilliance of the mathematics and the reverberations of these ideas down to the present age. Prerequisite: one course in calculus. Offered in alternate years. Does not satisfy a major/minor requirement.