MATH 340 - Modern Geometry

Units: 3
Analytic and transformational geometry. Axiomatic development of modern geometry using both Euclidean and non-Euclidean models. Properties of circles and polygons, constructions. Additional advanced topics in geometry.

Prerequisites: MATH 300 with grade C- or better.
Equivalent Quarter Course: MATH 3215.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Course Typically Offered: Spring ONLY

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Apply the definitions, techniques and theorems of modern geometry.
Creatively conjecture and rigorously write, analyze and critique proofs in modern geometry.
Communicate solutions to problems in modern geometry effectively.
Explain the connections between modern geometry and the high school curriculum.