Mathematics 201 §A: Introduction to Proofs

Instructor	Consulting Hours	Textbook
Dr. Roger Alexander Associate Professor of Mathematics 444 Carver Hall, (29)4-7579 alex at iastate dot edu		Chartrand, Polimeni & Zhang Mathematical Proofs, 2nd Edition Chapters 1-6, 9 & 12.

REQUIRED WORK	SYLLABUS	OBJECTIVES
Your course grade will be determined from [25%] Class participation. Students work out proofs at the board in small groups. Attendance is essential: it is not feasible to "make up" the work of a missed class meeting. [50%] Written proofs will be due at each class meeting. Proofs will be graded for mathematical completeness and correctness and for the quality of the writing. [25%] There will be two in-class exams and a final exam. Disability Accommodation Statement	Sets. Logic. Constructing and writing proofs. Mathematical induction. Functions. Limits and derivatives.	Develop skill in writing to communicate mathematics. Construct proofs about Sets Integers Real Numbers Functions Limits Derivatives Objectives for First Midterm Exam. Objectives for Second Midterm Exam. Objectives for Final Exam.
Consult the Math 201 calendar for assignments.		The Math 201 Mailing List will be available for discussion and advice on homework assignments.

REQUIRED WORK

SYLLABUS

OBJECTIVES

Your course grade will be determined from

[25%] Class participation. Students work out proofs at the board in small groups. Attendance is essential: it is not feasible to "make up" the work of a missed class meeting.
[50%] Written proofs will be due at each class meeting. Proofs will be graded for mathematical completeness and correctness and for the quality of the writing.
[25%] There will be two in-class exams and a final exam.

Develop skill in writing to communicate mathematics.
Construct proofs about

Consult the Math 201 calendar for assignments.

The Math 201 Mailing List will be available for discussion and advice on homework assignments.