Math 4802, Mathematical Problem Solving

Fall 2007

• Instructor: Matt Baker
• Time and place: Tu 3:05 - 4:55, Skiles 270
• E-mail: mbaker@math.gatech.edu.
• Office: 212 Skiles
• Office Hours: Mondays 11:30-12:30 and Thursdays 12:30-1:30

Files available for downloading: (pdf format)

• Problem Set #1: Geometry
• Problem Set #2: The Pigeonhole Principle
• Problem Set #3: Probability
• Problem Set #4: Puzzles and Games
• Problem Set #5: Number Theory
• Problem Set #6: Calculus
• Problem Set #7: Polynomials
• Problem Set #8: Infinite Series
• Problem Set #9: Combinatorics
• Problem Set #10: Inequalities
• Problem Set #11: Linear Algebra
• Problem Set #12: Periodicity

Prerequisites:

None.

Course outline:

This course is intended to teach mathematical problem-solving skills, and to prepare students to take the Putnam Examination.

Grading Policy:

The class will be available on a pass/fail only basis, except under special permission from the instructor. To receive a passing grade, enrolled students will be required to take the Putnam Exam, to show up regularly for and participate in class, and to make an effort to solve a number of homework problems during the course of the semester.