MATH 2167 - Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning

Focuses on the fundamentals of logical reasoning and mathematical proof-writing. Students will learn what a proof is in mathematics, how to analyze a proof for validity, and have practice writing their simple proofs. Students will also be exposed to mathematical programs, such as LaTex, and learn how to typeset their proofs. Topics covered include symbolic logic (such as truth tables & quantifiers), types of proof-writing (such as direct proofs, proofs by contrapositive, proofs by contradiction, counter-examples, and mathematical induction), and other basic concepts from set theory, relations, and functions (such as bijections).

Credit Hours: (3)
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1242 or MATH 2120
Pre- or Corequisite(s): MATH 2164

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