Fall 2008 Math 426 and Cisc 410

Introduction to Numerical Analysis and Algorithmic Computation

R.J. Braun

First Homework assignment

Due: Fri 9/5/08, start of class.

Send me an email telling me a little about yourself and your reasons for taking this class. In the subject line, write "Math 426/Cisc 410: Your Name" where your name is substituted. Then, answer the questions that follow.

1. What's your name?
2. What year in school are you?
3. What are your majors/minors?
4. What math classes have you taken besides calculus (use course names please)?
5. What is the weakest part of your math background?
6. What is the strongest part of your math background?
7. Why are you taking this class?
8. Any special thoughts on what you want from this class?
9. Do you have any other interests besides math?
10. What did the worst math teacher you ever had do that you didn't like?
11. What did the best math teacher you ever had do that you liked?
12. Is there anything else that you'd like to comment on?

R.J. Braun, 8/31/07