logic and boolean algebra: propositions, truth tables, and logical operations

set theory: sets, subsets, set operations, venn diagrams

number theory: divisibility, prime numbers

methods and structures: proof methods: direct proofs, proof by contradiction, and induction

relations and functions: domain, range mappings, and equivalence

counting: permutations, combinations, and counting principles.

this is a discrete math course, there will be no programming at all

this shit is done via zybook bro

there are WeBWorKs in class in class practice sets are done via WeBWorKs

open zybooks through canvas if you want it graded. accessing from outside canvas stops grade sync and results in zero credit

in class: part 1, instructor q&a part 2, practice sets on webwork. once you get them done, you can leave.

3 midterms and 1 final exam 1 chapter 1-3 exam 2 chapter 4-6 exam 3 chapter 7-10 final exam cumulative

exams are on pencil and paper. you dont need a calculator, at least for the first exam. for exam 2-3 you can use a basic calculator but not a fancy one.

grade weights prep work ( readings before class, drop lowest ) 10% in class activities 25% midterm exams 45% final exam 25%

attendance required excused absences need documentation

late work policy: late submissions are not accepted unless prompt notice and valid documentation are provided. practices due by end of class, or due by the end of night if many people struggle. answer keys release for practices at end of night, so no way to do late practice submissions

for the reading, first chapter of the zybook is free