MATH 4460 Complex Variables

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 overview

Department
Mathematics
School
MCAS
Credits
3
Level
Undergraduate
Offered
Every Fall,Every Spring

Catalog details

Prerequisites
MATH2202 or MATH2203 and MATH2210/ADMT2210 or MCMA2210 and MATH2216 or MATH2211

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Requirements fulfilled

  • Mathematics B.A.: 4000-level Mathematics elective options (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
  • Mathematics B.S.: 4000-level Mathematics elective options (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
  • Mathematics B.S.: Required mathematics courses (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
  • Computer Science B.S.: Upper-level mathematics option (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)

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Official evaluation summary

3.78 / 5

Based on 130 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

  • Solomon Friedberg
    Fall 2026, Spring 2025, Fall 2021 · Official rating 4.70/5
  • David Treumann
    Fall 2024, Spring 2024 · Official rating 3.37/5
  • Keerthi Madapusi Pera
    Fall 2022, Spring 2022 · Official rating 4.33/5
  • Robert Gross
    Fall 2025 · Official rating 4.00/5
  • Yongyi Chen
    Spring 2023 · Official rating 3.48/5
  • Dylan Thurston
    Spring 2026 · Official rating 4.27/5

Sections

  • Section 01
    Fall 2026 · Solomon Friedberg · Gasson Hall 306 MW 04:30PM-05:45PM · Offered