UCSBPlat.com directly in your GOLD Try it Now

Introduction to the elements of propositional logic, techniques of mathematical proof, and fundamental mathematical structures, including sets, functions, relations, and other topics as time permits. Mastery of this material is essential for students planning to major in mathematics.

Prerequisites: Mathematics 4A or 4AI or 4B or 4BI or 6A or 6B with a grade of B or better.

5

Units

Optional

Grading

2

Passtime

Undergraduate students only

Level Limit

Letters and science

College
Unlocks PSTATW 160A
These majors only actsc stsci stsds pract prsds
LIU Z
Zheng Liu
3.8
11 reviews
HSSB 1227
M W
18:00 PM - 18:50 PM
18 / 18 Full

HSSB 1211
M W
19:00 PM - 19:50 PM
17 / 17 Full

See All
Winter 2024 . Tian W
PHELP1440
T R
09:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Winter 2024 . Zhang Q
PHELP1444
M W F
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
See All
MATH 8 Liu Z Winter 2023 Total: 30
MATH 8 Liu Z Winter 2020 Total: 35
See All
11
3.8
MATH8 . Liu Z 2 Years Ago

Very very nice curve! Add five points for the midterm and seven points for the final. Rises my grade from 85% to 98%, the lectures from Professor are clear and she prepared the lecture note for every singles class. Take her course if you want a great grade on your transcript.

0 helpful 0 unhelpful
MATH8 . Liu Z 5 Years Ago

Unlike what the other students say, I actually found it quite straightforward in her class. Do the homework diligently and the practice test questions, and go to her office hours, she will answer all your questions thoroughly. Also gives a generous curve at the end, although I got a 97 percent, you only need for an A(88), B(70). I would recommend.

0 helpful 0 unhelpful
MATH8 . Liu Z 5 Years Ago

Lectures contain all of the material and propositions you need to know for the midterm and final. Grading on tests is rather harsh but it is a hard course so it is understandable. She does copy proofs onto the board but is receptive to questions and explains the propositions well. The textbook kinda sucks but it gets the material across.

0 helpful 0 unhelpful
MATH8 . Liu Z 5 Years Ago

Her tests are rough, the questions aren't super difficult but takes off an unreal amount of points for not clarifying a proof or a simple arithmetic mistake. If you can take it with anyone else do that , she really doesn't explain examples, just copies them to the board while shes half mumbling. Be ready to learn on your own. Not a mean person tho

0 helpful 0 unhelpful
math111b . Liu Z 1 Year, 8 Months Ago

professor liu is really amazing!! i thought the class material was hard and the class was a bit fast-paced for me, but her lectures are very clear and organized. the homework is good preparation and she posts practice exams for extra preparation.

0 helpful 0 unhelpful
111C . Liu Z 4 Years Ago

Prof. Liu is a nice person in many aspects. She will answer all your questions, either in OHs or via email. A good lecturer who knows how to use technology well. She may precurve the class. However, to get an A you need to work really hard. Tests are hard and count for about 85% of the total grade, and the time is really tight. Good luck.

0 helpful 0 unhelpful
See all 11 reviews
See All
MATH 8
35 / 35 Full
Transition to Higher Mathematics
Zetian Yan 3.1
T R
12:30 PM - 13:45 PM
42.2% A
MATH 8
18 / 35 Enrolled
Transition to Higher Mathematics
Chiang H
M W F
09:00 AM - 09:50 AM
42.2% A
MATH 8
35 / 35 Full
Transition to Higher Mathematics
Kelvin Lam 3.0
T R
12:30 PM - 13:45 PM
42.2% A
MATH 4B
150 / 150 Full
Differential Equations
Chiang H
M W F
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
52.8% A
MATH 6A
137 / 150 Enrolled
Vector Calculus with Applications, First Course
Peng Li 2.5
M W F
08:00 AM - 08:50 AM
48.1% A
MATH 6B
100 / 100 Full
Vector calculus with Applications, Second Course
Gulas M
T R
12:30 PM - 13:45 PM
45.2% A
MATH 6B
64 / 150 Enrolled
Vector calculus with Applications, Second Course
Hosseinkhan A
M W F
08:00 AM - 08:50 AM
45.2% A
MATH 6A
150 / 150 Full
Vector Calculus with Applications, First Course
Zheng Liu 3.8
T R
15:30 PM - 16:45 PM
48.1% A
MATH 6A
150 / 150 Full
Vector Calculus with Applications, First Course
Nathan Schley 2.6
T R
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
48.1% A