Math 3000: Real Analysis I

Fall 2016

instructor: Dr. Graham Cox

office: HH 3018
phone: 864-7904
e-mail: gcox@mun.ca
class times: TR 12:0012:50pm; F 1:001:15pm
location: SN 3058
office hours: to be determined
about: This course is an introduction to the analysis of functions and sequences of real
numbers. We will answer questions like: what are the real numbers; how are they different
from the rational numbers; and why does this matter? Major topics include:
methods of proof
sets and functions
the real numbers
limits and continuity
derivatives
text: The assigned book is Introduction to Real Analysis, by Michael J. Schramm. Other
recommended books are Introductory Real Analysis (Dangello & Seyfried), Analysis With
an Introduction to Proof (Lay) and the Math 3000 Course Notes by Bruce Watson.
homework and evaluation: Your final grade will be determined from lab quizzes (20%),
weekly homework assignments (20%), a midterm exam (20%) and a final exam (40%). The
midterm exam is on October 21 and the homework due dates are
1
Sep 16

2
Sep 23

3
Sep 30

4
Oct 7

5
Oct 14

6
Oct 21

7
Oct 28

8
Nov 4

9
Nov 18

10
Nov 25

academic integrity: You are encouraged to discuss the homework assignments with your
classmates. However, plagiarism, cheating, or any other form of academic misconduct will
not be tolerated and may be grounds for assignment of a grade of 0 in the course. It is the
students responsibility to know what is meant by academic misconduct, and to know the
policies outlined in section 6.12 of the University Regulations in the University Calendar.
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accommodations of students with disabilities: Memorial University of Newfoundland

is committed to ensuring an environment of understanding and respect for the dignity and
worth of each student and also to supporting inclusive education based on the principles of
equity, accessibility and collaboration. For more information on Memorial Universitys commitment to accommodation of students with disabilities, see http://www.mun.ca/policy/
site/policy.php?id=239.

important dates:
September 7
September 21
September 28
October 5
October 11
October 21
October 26
November 11
December 2
December 716

classes begin
last day to add courses; last day to drop and receive full refund
last day to drop and receive 50% refund
last day to drop and receive 25% refund
no class
midterm exam
last day to drop without academic prejudice
no class
last day of class
final exam period