MATH 181History of Mathematics
A survey from a historical point of view of various developments in mathematics. Specific topics and periods to vary yearly.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite(s): MATH 19B or MATH 20B. MATH 100 is strongly recommended for preparation.
- Sections begin 1/11 for Winter 2027. Discussion sections are optional.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 11:40am–1:15pm | TBA | J. Kass | Open 0/35 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 12:00pm–1:05pm | Engineer 2 192 | N. Monteiro | Open 28/40 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesse Kass | 2.8 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 41% | 38 |
| Nariel Monteiro | 5.0 / 5 | 1.0 / 5 | 100% | 1 |
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