Theory of Numbers
Overview
Subject area
MAT
Catalog Number
613
Course Title
Theory of Numbers
Department(s)
Description
Euclid's algorithm and the fundamental theorems on divisibility; prime numbers and congruences; the theorems of Fermat, Euler, and Wilson; quadratic residues and reciprocity law, algebraic numbers, Pythagorian triples, other diophantine equations, Fermat's Last Theorem, Pell's equation and continued fractions, the distribution of prime numbers, and advanced topics.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Graduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
4
Maximum Units
4
Academic Progress Units
4
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
4