Math 108, Spring 2019: Introduction to Abstract Mathematics
In this course we introduce the rigorous foundations of abstract mathematics. In particular, we will cover formal logic and natural deduction, methods of proof such as induction and contradiction in practice, set theory and functions, bijections and cardinality, combinatorial proofs, and the basics of abstract algebra (groups, rings, and fields).
For more information, see the Course Syllabus.
The textbook for the course is A Transition to Advanced Mathematics, 8th Ed., by Eggen, Smith, St. Andre. However, the course will also be following some of the material in the following lecture notes:
Office hours:
- Prof. Gillespie: MW 10-11 (after class), 2145 MSB
- Wencin Poh: T 3-4, 3129 MSB
- Albie Sheng: Th 4-5, 2204 MSB
Homework
Homework assignments will be posted here as the course progresses.
Homework 1 - Due Apr. 5 - Solutions
Homework 2 - Due Apr. 12 - Solutions
Homework 3 - Due Apr. 19 - Solutions
Homework 4 - Due Apr. 26 - Solutions
Homework 5 - Not handed in; study for Midterm 1! - Solutions
Homework 6 - Due May 10 - Solutions
Homework 7 - Due May 17 - Solutions
Homework 8 - Due May 24 - Solutions
Homework 9 - Due May 31
Homework 10 - - Solutions
Exams
There will be one midterm and one final exam. See the syllabus for more details, and check back here for practice problems as the exam dates approach.
Solutions from Fall 17 Practice Final
Final exam schedule
Monday, June 10, 8:00-10:00 AM, locations TBA