CRN

94340

Distribution

E /*(Math/Computing)

Course No.

MATH / HPS 137                    Q course

Title

Mathematics of the Pre-Modern Era

Professor

Jeff Suzuki

Schedule

Mon Wed       1:30 pm -  2:50 pm       HEG 106

This course will trace the history of mathematics by learning and

applying methods of mathematics drawn from various civilizations, such as those of ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, China, India, Islam, and the premodern west. Topics covered will include numeration, computation (including root extraction), algebra (including multilinear systems and third and fourth degree equations), and geometry.  Weekly homework assignments will make use of algebra, geometry, and precalculus. Prerequisites: Precalculus or permission of the instructor.

 

CRN

94337

Distribution

E/G /*(Math/Computing)

Course No.

MATH 141  A                           Q course

Title

Calculus I

Professor

Lauren Rose

Schedule

Mon Wed       1:00 pm -  2:50 pm       ALBEE 106

An introduction to the basic ideas of differentiation and integration in one variable. Topics include limits, techniques of differentiation, definite integrals, the fundamental theorem of calculus, and applications.

Prerequisite: Precalculus or the equivalent.

 

CRN

94338

Distribution

E/G /*(Math/Computing)

Course No.

MATH 141 B                         Q course

Title

Calculus I

Professor

Sheila Sundaram

Schedule

Tu Th            1:00 pm – 2:50 pm         ALBEE 106

See description above.

 

CRN

94339

Distribution

E/G /*(Math/Computing)

Course No.

MATH 142                            Q course

Title

Calculus II

Professor

Ethan Bloch

Schedule

Mon Wed       1:30 pm -  3:20 pm       HEG 102

This course, a continuation of Calculus I, reinforces the fundamental ideas of the derivative and the definite integral.  Topics covered include L'Hopital's rule, integration techniques, improper integrals, volumes, arc length, sequences and series, power  series, continuous random variables, and separable differential equations. 

Prerequisites:  Mathematics 141 or the equivalent.

 

CRN

94341

Distribution

E /*(Math/Computing)

Course No.

MATH 212                          Q course

Title

Calculus III

Professor

Sheila Sundaram

Schedule

Tu Th            8:30 am - 10:20 am      HEG 102

This course investigates differentiation and integration of multivariable functions. Topics covered include vectors, coordinate systems, vector valued functions, partial derivatives, gradients, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals, change of variables, line integrals, Green’s theorem, and Stoke’s theorem.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 141 and 142 or the equivalent.

 

CRN

94342

Distribution

E /*(Math/Computing)

Course No.

MATH 261                                Q course

Title

Proofs and Fundamentals

Professor

Lauren Rose

Schedule

Tu Th            1:30 pm -  2:50 pm       HEG 106

This course introduces students to the methodology of mathematical proof. The logic of compound and quantified statements, mathematical induction, and basic set theory including functions and cardinality are covered. Topics from foundational mathematics are developed to provide students with an opportunity to apply proof techniques.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 141 and 142, or permission of instructor.

 

CRN

94046

Distribution

A/E *(Math/Computing)

Course No.

ECON / MATH 270                              Q course

Title

Game Theory: Understanding Strategic Interaction

Professor

Gautam Sethi

Schedule

Mon Wed       4:30 pm -  5:50 pm       HEG 102

Cross-listed: Environmental Studies, Political Studies

Game theory is about situations of strategic interaction, where your best strategy is dependent on the strategies adopted

by other players. By the same logic, the best strategy of another player depends on the strategy adopted by you. By transitivity, your best strategy depends on the strategy adopted by you (and others). This interdependence of action leads to circular chains of reasoning, which can be “cut” by using game-theoretic concepts such as dominance, Nash equilibria, backwards induction, subgame perfect equilibria, and perfect Bayesian equilibria. Throughout the course these concepts will be conveyed using examples from several fields including economics, politics, environmental studies, business, biology, philosophy and from real-life. For example, we will analyze strategic behavior using games such as tennis and poker, wars of attrition such as the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and the Presidential election campaign, bidding in auctions like eBay, fish schooling behavior and job market signaling. Calculus will be used about 5 or 6 times during the semester, but a good grasp of algebra and proficiency with (sometimes long) chains of logic will suffice rest of the time. Prerequisites: This is a Q-course. A good grasp of pre-calculus algebra, a basic familiarity with calculus, and the instructor’s consent.

 

CRN

94344

Distribution

E /*(Math/Computing)

Course No.

MATH 331                              Q course

Title

Linear Algebra

Professor

Ethan Bloch

Schedule

Tu Th            1:30 pm -  2:50 pm       PRE 128

This course gives an introduction to the theory of abstract vector spaces. The concept of a vector space is often useful when studying physical phenomena. Topics covered will include linear independence and dependence, bases and dimension, linear transformations, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, diagonalization, inner product spaces, and orthogonality.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 261 or permission of the instructor.

 

CRN

94345

Distribution

E /*(Math/Computing)

Course No.

MATH 361                              Q course

Title

Real Analysis

Professor

Mark Halsey

Schedule

Wed Fr          10:00 am - 11:20 am     HEG 201

An introduction to the rigorous study of functions of real variables. Topics include the topology of Euclidean spaces, continuity, convergence, and the Riemann integral. Proofs will be emphasized.

Prerequisite: Mathematics 261 or permission of the instructor.