MATH 474 - Introduction to Combinatorics

Units: 3

Introduction of the basic tools of combinatorics and their applications. Permutations, combinations, occupancy problems, generating functions, recurrences, inclusion/ exclusion, graph theory, pigeonhole principle, experimental design, and coding theory. Enrollment Requirements: for graduate students MATH 350 or MATH 370 with a grade of C (2.0) or better.

Prerequisite(s): for undergraduates MATH 350 or MATH 370 with a grade of C (2.0) or better.