The Art of Writing Mathematics

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Math 1001 is an introduction to proof-writing designed to prepare students for further exploration of rigorous mathematics. Students will be trained to identify and employ a variety of proof-techniques such as direct proof, proof by contradiction, proof by induction, and proof by cases, to name a few. Mathematical topics covered include samplings of set theory, logic, and number theory, with additional topics chosen at the instructors discretion if time permits. Recommended Prerequisites: MATH 0520 , MATH 0540 , MATH 0100 , MATH 0190 , MATH 0180 , MATH 0200 , or MATH 0350 . Students with little proof writing experience are encouraged to take MATH 1001 prior to taking, or concurrently with, other 1000 -level Mathematics courses.