MATH 117: Advanced Problem Solving

2026-27

Units: 1

Hours: Workshop, 1.5 hours; individual study, 1.5 hours

Catalog page 478

Prerequisites: restricted to class level standing of junior, or senior; or consent of instructor

Description: Develops advanced problem-solving skills through rigorous mathematical exploration focusing on preparing for the William Lowell Putnam Mathematical Competition. Explores challenging problems in various mathematical areas including algebra, geometry, number theory, functional equations, combinatorics, geometry, and calculus, emphasizing non- standard approaches. Course is repeatable as content or topic changes. Graded Satisfactory (S) or No Credit (NC). Course is repeatable as content or topic changes to a maximum of 4 units.