MATH 104ANumber Theory I
Elementary number theory with applications. Topics include unique factorization, irrational numbers, residue systems, congruences, primitive roots, reciprocity laws, quadratic forms, arithmetic functions, partitions, Diophantine equations, distribution of primes. Applications include fast Fourier transform, signal processing, codes, cryptography.
Prerequisites
From the catalog: “MATH 100B or MATH 103B. Students who have not completed the listed prerequisite(s) may enroll with consent of instructor.”
Where it sits in degree plans
Required in (1)
- Mathematics—Secondary Education (B.A.)
Courses that list MATH 104A as a prerequisite (1)
- MATH 104B Number Theory II