MATH281 Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning, Fall 2007

Objectives

Introduce the student to mathematical reasoning and proof. Present techniques and methods which are necessary for higher level math courses. Enforce a better understanding of logic, different kinds of numbers, notation, concepts from analysis, number theory, algebra and combinatorics. Enhance the understanding of functions and relations between arbitrary sets.

General Information

Call Number 65854
Instructor: Anton Betten, room 207, Weber building. Email lastname at math dot colostate dot edu
Course website: http://www.math.colostate.edu/ betten/courses/MATH281/FA07/281_syllabus.html
Credits: 3
Class: M W F 10 - 10:50 am, ENGRG E 202
Prerequisites: MATH160
Text: Martin Liebeck: A Concise Introduction to Pure Mathematics, CRC Press
Homework: Assigned weekly, due Mondays, no late homework is accepted
Office hours: Monday 11am-12pm, Friday 2pm-3pm

Syllabus:

Weeks 1-5: Chapters 1-8

Weeks 6-10: Chapters 10-15

Weeks 11-15: Chapters 17-22

Exams:

Midterm 1: Wed, 9/19

Midterm 2: Wed, 10/24

Final: during Final's week December 10-14. The exact date can be found on the Registrar's website. It will not be published here.

If you have a conflict, you need to discuss the matter with the teacher well in advance.

Grading:

Your final grade will be determined from a score of 500. The midterms count 100 each, the homework counts 100, and the final is valued at 200 points.

Homework:

All homework assignments

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