MATH4460 · Mathematics
Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences
This course gives an introduction to the theory of functions of a complex variable, a fundamental and central area of mathematics. It is intended for mathematics majors and well-prepared science majors. Topics covered include: complex numbers and their properties, analytic functions and the Cauchy-Riemann equations, the logarithm and other elementary functions of a complex variable, integration of complex functions, the Cauchy integral theorem and its consequences, power series representation of analytic functions, and the residue theorem and applications to definite integrals. Prerequisites: MATH2202, MATH2210 and MATH2216
Course experience
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Challenge
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Attendance
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Weekly effort
~6
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Instructor options
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Professor, McIntyre Endowed Chair, Mathematics Department
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Professor, Mathematics Department
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Associate Professor, Mathematics Department
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Associate Professor, Mathematics Department
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Associate Professor, Mathematics Department
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