MA 304 Modern Geometries

Course Credit: 1

Rigorous treatment of the foundations of Euclidean geometry and introduction to hyperbolic geometry. Solid axiomatic development of various geometries and introduction of historical and philosophical implications of non-Euclidean geometry. Examination of geometry as a description of the physical world. Fall Term even years.

Prerequisite(s): Two MA course credits numbered 250 and above.

Notes: Recommended for students planning to teach secondary mathematics.