MATH3050-A Intro Proofs & Number Theory (Spring 2026)
Course Details
Section will be taught totally online with no scheduled class meetings. Students must arrange for daily access to a computer and the Internet prior to the start of classes. Robert Morris labs are to be used only as a backup in special situations and may not be relied upon for extended periods of time. In addition to the Internet link, online classes have a large emphasis on email. All messages from the instructor and other information regarding online classes, including user ids, passwords, and login instructions will be sent to your Robert Morris University email account. Visit http://rmu.blackboard.com/ for more information.
Session, Dates: 2 (01/17/2026 - 03/13/2026)
Days: APPT
Time: -
Location: Internet/Online
Room:
Seats Available: 1 Seat!
Credits: 3
Course Description
This course introduces students to several methods of mathematical proof and concepts of basic number theory. Methods of proof include induction, direct proof, contradiction, and logic. Topics covered in number theory include but are not limited to divisibility algorithms, factorization methods, primes, modular arithmetic, congruences, and Diophantine equations.
Prerequisite: MATH2170 3 Credits
Prerequisite: MATH2170 3 Credits
Course Materials
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Heather H. Elfen, Ph.D.
elfen@rmu.edu
412-397-3533
John Jay 313
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Department Head, Mathematics
Mathematics
Associate Professor of Mathematics
Mathematics
elfen@rmu.edu
412-397-3533
John Jay 313
Profile