MATH 3320

MATH 3320

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

An introductory course on number theory, the branch of algebra that studies the deeper properties of integers and their generalizations. Usually includes most of the following topics: the Euclidean algorithm, continued fractions, Pythagorean triples, Diophantine equations such as Pell's equation, congruences, quadratic reciprocity, binary quadratic forms, Gaussian integers, and factorization in quadratic number fields. May include a brief introduction to Fermat's Last Theorem.


Prerequisites REF-FA25/Corequisites REF-FA25 MATH 2210, MATH 2230, MATH 2310, MATH 2940, or equivalent. Corequisites: None.

Distribution Requirements (OPHLS-AG, MQL-AG), (SMR-AS)

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  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  2397 MATH 3320   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
    • Templier, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  3648 MATH 3320   LEC 002

    • MWF
    • Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
    • Templier, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  6887 MATH 3320   DIS 201

    • W
    • Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  6888 MATH 3320   DIS 202

    • W
    • Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  8116 MATH 3320   DIS 203

    • W
    • Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  6889 MATH 3320   DIS 204

    • W
    • Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person