MATH201 Introduction to Mathematical Analysis

2003-2004 Spring semester

Instructors: Dr. Y. M. Chiang, Dr. Wing Lung Lee

Preliminary Information

Textbook: Robert G. Bartle & Donald R. Sherbert, "Introduction to Real Analysis", 3rd edition, John Wiley & Sons, 2000.

    The lectures will follow closely the chosen textbook. So it is recommended that every student should have a copy of the book. No notes will be distributed. It is found that many students only study from notes given by instructors. We stress that it is important that you should read books, and especially the textbook. Writing proofs are just as important. The book should be available from our university bookstore before the start of the Spring semester. The estimated retail price in Hong Kong is about HK$ 260. The US price of the book found from www.amazon.com is US$100.95.

Other reference:

1. Victor Bryant, "Yet Another Introduction to Analysis", Cambridge University Press, 1990;

2. K. G. Binmore ``Mathematical Analysis -- a straightforward approach" 2nd edition, Cambridge University Press, 1983;

3. Walter Rudin, "Principles of Mathematical Analysis" 2nd edition, McGraw Hill, 1976

     There are many good introductory mathematical analysis books that are not listed above. So you should try to find a book that you can read.