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MATH 373

Theory of Positive Integers

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelUpper Division
Average gradeB-
Standard

Overview

Description

Mathematical logic, quantifiers, induction, axiomatic development of the theory of positive integers; fundamental theorem of arithmetic. Emphasis is on problem solving and theorem proving.

Requirements

Prerequisites

  • with a “C” or better
MATH 283

Recommended Preparation

MATH 295MATH 302
Original catalog text

Prerequisites

Prerequisite(s): MATH 283 with a “C” or better.

Recommended Preparation

Recommended Preparation: MATH 295 or MATH 302.

Units

Lecture3

Catalog Details

Offering

Offered: Every Spring

Terms

spring

Attributes

Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • demonstrate knowledge of the Euclidean division algorithm, divisibility and prime numbers.
  • solve Diophantine equations and congruences, and use the theory of congruences in applications.
  • encipher and decipher messages in different encryption systems.?