This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts, ideas and tools involved in doing mathematics. Students will be introduced to logic and become familiar with methods of mathematical proofs. Topics covered include: a basic introduction to elementary number theory, cardinality, induction, the algebra of sets, relations, equivalence relations, congruences, partitions, and functions.
Prerequisites
MA 171 Calculus I. Must pass prerequisites with a C (2.0) or better.