Math 114. Discrete Structures.   Fall 2004.

Prerequisite: Math 76.

Hours: 3.

Text: Kenneth H. Rosen, Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications, fifth edition

Content: Topics to be covered include logic, sets, algorithms, properties of integers, principle of mathematical induction, pigeonhole principle, recursion, counting, binomial coefficients, relations, graphs. Special emphasis will be made on learning to write mathematical statements and proofs. This course currently serves as a transition to advanced mathematics course for math majors, thus we won't assume that you have experience writing mathematical proofs at the beginning of the semester, but as time goes on, our expectations will rise.

See also the Catalog Description.

Grading policy: Your grade for the course will be based on your performance on exams and homework (more information on these below). The number of points awarded for these is as follows.

Exams: There will be three hour tests and one final comprehensive exam. If for any reason you can not take a test at the scheduled time, please let me know as soon as possible, and certainly before the test. See schedule for exam dates. Solutions to past exams will be posted here in the future.

Class attendance is strongly encouraged. In addition to new material, important course information will be given in class, sometimes handouts will be given.

There will be weekly homework due Monday at 2 pm. Bring your homework to class if you are done with, or you may bring it to my office by 2 pm. You may only submit up to 3 homeworks late (but not later than on Wednesday (2 days after the due date), at the beginning of class, since I will usually return graded homeworks on Wednesday). If you are sick and unable to come to campus, please notify me and ask for a longer extension.

Extra Help: It is essential not to fall behind, because each class may use the material studied previously. If you have trouble with some material, seek help in the following ways:

• Ask me, either in class or privately. Don't be shy to ask questions. If you don't understand something, chances are very high that somebody else doesn't understand that either. My contact info is given on the course web page.
• Work with your classmates. Note: working on your homework together is allowed, however, every student should write down their solutions on their own. Also, if you have worked with someone, please indicate that on your paper.

Students with disabilities: upon identifying themselves to the University, students with disabilities will receive necessary accommodation for learning and evaluation. For more information, see http://studentaffairs.csufresno.edu/ssd

Academic honesty: cheating and plagiarism will not be tolerated in this class. For information on the University's policy, see the University Catalog (section Policies and Regulations).