Foundations for Higher Mathematics

MATHEMATICS 310

An introduction to the rigorous techniques used in more advanced mathematics. Topics include set theoretic methods of proof, counter-examples, basic logic, foundations of mathematics. Use of these methods in areas such as construction of number systems, counting methods, combinatorial arguments and elementary analysis. Students who want a writing intensive (WI) course should register INSTEAD for Math 310W. Prereq: Math 233.
Course Attributes: FA NSM; AR NSM; AS NSM