Week 3

This week, CSC165 showed a strong emphasis on recognizing and using symbol notation. I learned some useful tips for parsing logical expressions, which came in handy for this week's tutorial and quiz. After this week, I am significantly more confident with using "Λ" and "V", negation, domain restrictions, Venn diagrams, and truth tables. For next week, my goal is to gain a better understanding of "∩" and "U" symbols.
When we discussed the commutative, associative, and distributive properties of logic and set operations, it took me some time and brain power to reason through the identities. Finally convincing myself of their truth was a successful moment!
Today in class, we were given a problem to ponder - defining a method to predict the sequence of up/down creases when folding a paper repeatedly. To me, this class is so unique in that it gives us an opportunity to stretch our thinking. This is beneficial in all areas of education and life. I know that the skills I develop will be valuable even after the conclusion of the course.

Weeks 1 & 2 - my start in documenting CSC165

So far, CSC165 has already shown me new ways of thinking about information and how to express it clearly. It is easy to appreciate this logic course, as it is a stark contrast to the vast majority of memorizing-heavy courses required for my program. And, of course, being able to use short notations to express thoughts is a huge positive.
Probably the most enjoyable thing for me so far in CSC165 has been puzzling over that streetcar problem. At first glance, it seemed convoluted and tricky, but as we worked on it, it quickly unfolded into a satisfying solution. Having the opportunity to challenge myself with problems like this makes this course very worth taking.
The terminology, symbols, and concepts that we have addressed in the past two weeks were not difficult to grasp once explained in class. However, I cannot say that I would have even considered this way of thinking without this course acting as a prompt. I am curious to see what next week in CSC165 will bring!