MA 279 The Heart of Irish Mathematics
This course is a liberal arts that focuses on the great ideas that are at the heart of mathematics. The aim of this course is not to do calculations, but to discuss the big ideas that are at the heart of mathematics and apply these ideas to the Irish culture. Students will learn how mathematics influenced ancient Irish ruins with visits to the Garfinny Bridge, Promontory Forts, and the Ardamore Stone Row. Students will also learn how mathematics is prevalent in nature in Ireland through visits to the Irish coastline and to Dingle Crystal.