Overview

An introduction to real analysis with a special focus on sequences of real numbers and functions. Topics covered include properties of real numbers (infima/suprema and the axiom of completeness), sequences and series of real numbers (order limit theorem, Cauchy sequences and completeness, compactness), properties of functions over the reals (intermediate … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Yann Bernard

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Ngan Le
Dr Yann Bernard

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Appreciate and develop mathematical proofs and the use of rigorous mathematical arguments;

2.

Appreciate the rich mathematical structure of the real numbers;

3.

Understand the basic concepts of analysis including limits of sequences and series (of real numbers or functions), properties of functions over the reals;

4.

Appreciate the applicability of mathematical ideas to other areas of science;

5.

Identify areas of mathematics where the intuition is unreliable.

Assessment

1 - Continuous assessment
2 - Examination (3 hours and 10 minutes)

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Applied sessions
Lectures

Workload requirements

Workload

Other unit costs

Costs are indicative and subject to change.
Miscellaneous items required (unit course reader, printing, stationery) - $120.

Availability in areas of study

Applied mathematics
Financial and insurance mathematics
Mathematical statistics
Mathematics
Pure mathematics