MATH 295 - Proof Writing for Math/Stat Majors

(3 units)

Foundations of mathematical proof writing for advanced courses in the Math/Stat majors. Proof methods will be applied to topics in logic; mathematical induction; elementary set theory; functions; properties of integers and real numbers.

Prerequisite(s): MATH 283 with a “C” or better.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. write cogent proofs using different methods like direct proof, indirect proof, proof by contradiction, proof by induction.
2. demonstrate an understanding of basic concepts about operations with sets and functions, including one-to-one and onto functions, direct image and inverse image.
3. work with equivalence classes and identify the quotient set determined by an equivalence relation.

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