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MATH 681Problem Solving and Mathematical Discovery

Units
0.50
Level
Graduate
Faculty
Mathematics
Subject
Mathematics

When it runs

  1. F24
  2. W25
  3. S25
  4. F25
  5. W26
  6. S26
  7. F26
  8. W27
  9. S27

Ran in 2 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: scheduled, 1 lecture section. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

This course aims to develop the student's mathematical problem solving ability. Common heuristics such as patterning, trying a simpler problem, considering cases, and thinking inductively will be examined. A wide range of challenging problems from various branches of mathematics will provide the medium through which these important principles and broad strategies are experienced.

Prerequisites

None listed.

Corequisites

  • Completed or concurrently enrolled in:
    • MATH600 - Introduction to Mathematical Software for Teachers (0.25)
    • MATH692 - Reading, Writing and Discovering Proofs (0.25)

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

Winter 2027 sections

Enrolment from UW Open Data, which can trail Quest by up to two days. Instructors and rooms: Schedule of Classes.
SectionClassEnrolledMeets
LEC 08160540 / 100Online or by arrangement

Check it elsewhere for Fall 2026

Calendar versions

Graduate Calendar

Older Graduate Calendars

In 30 terms, Fall 2010 to Winter 2024