MATH 058. Number Theory

This course covers the fundamentals of elementary number theory, including divisibility, congruences, and prime numbers. Topics may include Gaussian integers, sums of squares representations, and quadratic reciprocity.
Alternate years.

Alternate years.
Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in one of MATH 027 or MATH 028 .
Natural sciences and engineering.
1 credit.
Eligible for COGS
Fall 2026. Staff.
Catalog chapter: Mathematics and Statistics
Department website: http://www.swarthmore.edu/mathematics-statistics

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