MATH 5851 - Topics in Analysis
Summer 2026 Syllabus, Section 02, CRN 30990,
Credit hours: 4
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Thomas Wakefield
Professional Qualifications:
PhD, Mathematics
Professor
Email: tpwakefield@ysu.edu
Office: Cafaro Hall 501
Office Phone: 330-941-3302
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Course Description
5851. Topics in Analysis. A course in analysis aimed at developing a broad understanding of the subject. Credit will not be given for both MATH 3751 and MATH 5851. Prereq.: Permission of graduate coordinator or department chair. 4 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | Introduction to Real Analysis, 4th ed | Bartle and Sherbert |
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/11 | Sections 2.1-2.5 | Real Numbers | Real Number Exercises |
| 5/18 | Sections 3.1-3.7 | Sequences | Sequence Exercises |
| 5/25 | Sections 4.1-4.3 | Limits | Limit Exercises Midterm Exam |
| 6/1 | Sections 5.1-5.4 | Continuity | Continuity Exercises |
| 6/8 | Sections 6.1-6.4 | Differentiation | Differentiation Exercises |
| 6/15 | Sections 7.1-7.3 | Integration | Integration Exercises |
| 6/22 | Final Exam |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.