MAT 3250 - Introduction to Number Theory (3)

Fundamentals of the system of integers, Pythagorean triples, Diophantine equations, fundamental theorem of arithmetic, congruences, Fermat’s little theorem and Euler’s formula, arithmetic functions, power residues, primitive roots and indices, prime numbers and their distribution, and advanced topics such as quadratic reciprocity, Lagrange’s four square theorem.

Prerequisite(s): C or better in MAT 310 or MAT 3100.
Component(s): Lecture
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
Course Category: Major Course