MATH 347 X2 - Fundamental Mathematics

Description:

Fundamental ideas used in many areas of mathematics. Topics will include: techniques of proof, mathematical induction, binomial coefficients, rational and irrational numbers, the least upper bound axiom for real numbers, and a rigorous treatment of convergence of sequences and series. This will be supplemented by the instructor from topics available in the various texts. Students will regularly write proofs emphasizing precise reasoning and clear exposition. Course Information: Credit is not given for both MATH 347 and MATH 348. Prerequisite: MATH 231.

Special Instructions:

Math 347 is restricted to students currently in majors requiring the course. Major restrictions will be removed during business hours on May 6, 2020 for math minors and all other students. Students hoping to transfer to Mathematics should email mathadvising@illinois.edu for course advising. Some seats are reserved for off-campus math transfer students and will not be released until business hours on the Friday before fall classes begin.

Option 1

Number of Required Visit(s): 0

Course Level: Undergraduate

Credit: 3

Term(s): Fall