Course Language:
English
Course Objectives:
To teach the usage of analytical tools for mathematical thinking.
Course Content:
Propositional and predicate calculus. Introduction to logic. Methods of proof. Axioms of set theory. Cartesian product, relations and functions. Partial and total orderings. Finite, countable and uncountable sets.
Course Methodology:
1: Lecture, 2: Problem Solving, 3:Question-answer, 4: Homework
Course Evaluation Methods:
A: Written examination, B: Homework
Vertical Tabs
Course Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes | Program Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
1) Thinks like a mathematician. | 1,2,3,4 | A | |
2) Applies laws of logic in reasoning. | 1,2,3,4 | A | |
3) Tests the validity of an argument by using laws of logic. | 1,2,3,4 | A | |
4) Identifies the properties of a given function, relation or an ordering. | 1,2,3,4 | A | |
5) Understands that there are different sizes of infinity. | 1,2,3,4 | A | |
6) Applies set theory axioms to deduce results about denumerable and uncountable sets. | 1,2,3,4 | A |
Course Flow
Week |
Topics |
Study Materials |
1 |
Basic connectives and truth tables |
Textbook |
2 |
Logical equivalence: The laws of logic |
Textbook |
3 |
Logical implication: The rules of inference |
Textbook |
4 |
The use of quantifiers |
Textbook |
5 |
Formel thinking: Methods of proof |
Textbook |
6 |
Sets, operations on sets |
Textbook |
7 |
Ordered pairs and Cartesian product |
Textbook |
8 |
Relations |
Textbook |
9 |
Ordering relations |
Textbook |
10 |
Equivalence relations |
Textbook |
11 |
Functions |
Textbook |
12 |
Equinumerous sets. Finite sets |
Textbook |
13 |
Countable sets |
Textbook |
14 |
Uncountable sets |
Textbook |
Recommended Sources
Textbook | Introduction to Mathematical Structures, Steven Galovich. HBJ |
Additional Resources |
Material Sharing
Documents | |
Assignments | |
Exams |
Assessment
IN-TERM STUDIES | NUMBER | PERCENTAGE |
Mid-terms | 2 | 100 |
Quizzes | - | - |
Assignments | - | - |
Total | 100 | |
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE | 40 | |
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE | 60 | |
Total | 100 |
COURSE CATEGORY | Core Courses |
Course’s Contribution to Program
No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | ||||
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
1 | The ability to make computation on the basic topics of mathematics such as limit, derivative, integral, logic, linear algebra and discrete mathematics which provide a basis for the fundamenral research fields in mathematics (i.e., analysis, algebra, differential equations and geometry) | x | ||||
2 | Acquiring fundamental knowledge on fundamental research fields in mathematics | x | ||||
3 | Ability form and interpret the relations between research topics in mathematics | x | ||||
4 | Ability to define, formulate and solve mathematical problems | x | ||||
5 | Consciousness of professional ethics and responsibilty | x | ||||
6 | Ability to communicate actively | x | ||||
7 | Ability of self-development in fields of interest | x | ||||
8 | Ability to learn, choose and use necessary information technologies | x | ||||
9 | Lifelong education | x |
ECTS
Activities | Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
Course Duration (14x Total course hours) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
Mid-terms (Including self study) | 2 | 10 | 20 |
Quizzes | - | - | - |
Assignments | - | - | - |
Final examination (Including self study) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
Total Work Load | 175 | ||
Total Work Load / 25 (h) | 7 | ||
ECTS Credit of the Course | 7 |