Introduction to Proof and Problem SolvingAn introductory course from the School of Mathematics |
Course OverviewStudents learn the basic concepts and ideas necessary for upper division mathematics courses and techniques of mathematical proof in the context of specific topics. Introduction to sets, relations, elementary mathematical logic, proof by contradiction, mathematical induction, and counting arguments. Since advanced mathematics courses require students to construct proofs, this class is necessary to study Real Analysis, Abstract Algebra, and beyond. Course requirementsThe following knowledge is required or desirable on commencement of study of this course:
Course outlineWe're going to follow a number of different sources for this course. First, there is the Wikibooks' Set Theory textbook. We'll also cover material from the Wikibooks' Mathematical Proof textbook. As there are some limitations to those texts, we'll also cover material from outside sources.
Lecture series
AssignmentsProblem sets will be posted here after a certain number of lectures (to be specified.) ExaminationsThe plan is to have two 'midterm' exams and a comprehensive 'final' exam. Exam questions will be based on questions from the problem sets and the lectures. Recommended student evaluation schemenot available yet |