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Academic Year 2004/2005

Elementary Number Theory
MATH 272 FA

This is a course in the elements of the theory of numbers. Topics covered include divisibility, congruences, quadratic reciprocity, Diophantine equations and a brief introduction to algebraic numbers.

MAJOR READINGS

Major readings not known

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Weekly problem sets. Take-home midterm and final.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Familiarity with computers useful but not required.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM MATH    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-21-2005

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