MTH 248 - Intermediate Topics in MathematicsCourse Units: 1
An exploration into topics chosen from different areas of pure mathematics, this course is divided into three sequential units, each taught by a different instructor. The topics are 1) convex geometry (including convex sets, linear and affine spans, simplices, and applications to Nash’s Bargaining Theorem in Game Theory);
2) continued fractions and their use in number theory, such as in solving linear Dophantine equations and in finding rational approximations to real numbers;
3) introduction to analysis (sequences, series, convergence tests, complex series, and Euler’s formula). Students will receive a single grade for the entire course. Not normally open to students who will have completed MTH 257, or MTH 336 by the end of the term, except by permission of the math department chairperson. Prerequisite(s): Take MTH 199 or permission from the Chair.
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