| Time and place: | MWTh 1:35-2:40 pm, 154 Ryder Hall (#24 on the campus map) |
| Textbook: | E. Scheinerman, Mathematics: A Discrete Introduction, Second edition. Brooks/Cole, 2006 |
| Instructor: | Professor Anthony Iarrobino |
| Office and phone: | 526 NI, x55246 |
| Email: | a.iarrobino (at) neu (dot) edu |
| Office hours: | Monday 10:45-11:30, 2:50-3:20; Wed,Thur. 10:45 - 11:30, Thurs: 2:50-3:30, or by appointment. |
The main objective of the course is to prepare incoming math majors for more challenging mathematical courses at Northeastern by covering the basics of mathematical reasoning and problem solving. The course focuses on learning to write logically sound mathematical arguments and to analyze such arguments. We will attempt to cover most of the material in the first five chapters and in Chapter 7 of Scheinerman's book. Here is a more detailed list of topics to be discussed (subject to changes!):
The grading will be based on weekly quizzes (60%), and the final exam (40%). There will be an opportunity given to reflect on your doing mathematics, and on problem solving. Reading: W. Thurston: ``On Proof and Progress in Mathematics.'' This assignment may count the equivalent of 1 to 2 quizzes.
Attendance will be taken and you are expected to be present for every class. It is your responsibility to be aware of any changes in the syllabus announced in class. Students are responsible for all information given when they are absent.
If you have a concern about the course or the instructor that cannot be resolved by speaking with the instructor, please contact Professor A. Zelevinsky, coordinator at 431 Lake, x5648, or Professor D.King (Undergraduate Director), 447 LA, x5679, d.king@neu.edu.
It is University policy that no grade, including an incomplete, can be changed after one year. Exceptions must be authorized by the Academic Standing Committee.
All students are required to take the final exam at the scheduled time unless they have a final exam conflict that has been submitted to and approved by the Registrar, and your instructor has received notification of the conflict from the Registrar. If you have a final exam conflict, then you must submit a course conflict form available online through the Registrarâ WebPages. Do not make travel plans that interfere with your taking the final exam at the scheduled time. Go to: http://www.registrar.neu.edu/finexsched.html to see the date of your final exam (usually posted within one week of start of classes).