FALL 2026

Mariusz Mirek

Course Description:

While the term “real analysis” initially referred to the theory of functions of a real variable, it has evolved to encompass a broader range of more general and abstract topics that form the foundation of modern analysis. This course will explore these fundamental theories and their applications.

We will cover a variety of topics, including:

1) Sigma-algebras and measures
2) Outer measures and Borel measures on the real line
3) Lebesgue measure on the real line and measurable functions
4) Integration of non-negative and complex functions
5) Modes of convergence
6) Finite product measures and the d-dimensional Lebesgue measure and integral
7) Integration in polar coordinates
8) Infinite product measures and signed measures
9) The Lebesgue–Radon–Nikodym theorem
10) Complex measures and differentiation in Euclidean space
11) Functions of bounded variation
12) Hilbert spaces and Lp spaces

Through this comprehensive curriculum, students will develop a deep understanding of both the theoretical underpinnings and practical applications of real analysis, essential for further study in mathematics and related fields.

REVIEW SESSIONS: TBD.

Text:

“Real Analysis: Modern Techniques and Their Applications” by Gerald B. Folland

Prerequisite:

A solid understanding of the classical theory of functions of a real variable, including limits and continuity, differentiation and Riemann integration, infinite series, and uniform convergence is essential. Additionally, familiarity with the arithmetic of complex numbers and some elementary set theory and topology is required. A basic knowledge of linear algebra, focusing on the definitions of vector spaces, linear mappings, and determinants, is also expected. This foundational knowledge is crucial for success in the course.

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FALL 2025

Ian Jauslin

Course Description:

This course will focus on measure theory and integration, covering the topics of Lebesgue measure and integral, abstract measure and integral, L2 and Lp spaces, elementary Hilbert space theory, absolute continuity, Radon-Nikodym theorem, product measure and integral.

REVIEW SESSIONS: TBD.

Text:

``Real Analysis'' by Folland

Prerequisite:

 

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FALL 2024

Eric Carlen

Course Description:

This course will focus on measure theory and integration, covering the topics of Lebesgue measure and integral, abstract measure and integral, L2 and Lp spaces, elementary Hilbert space theory, absolute continuity, Radon-Nikodym theorem, product measure and integral.

REVIEW SESSIONS: TBD.

Text:

``Real Analysis'' by Folland

Prerequisite:

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FALL 2023

Mariusz Mirek

Course Description:

This course will focus on measure theory and integration, covering the topics of Lebesgue measure and integral, abstract measure and integral, L2 and Lp spaces, elementary Hilbert space theory, absolute continuity, Radon-Nikodym theorem, product measure and integral.

REVIEW SESSIONS: TBD.

Text:

``Real Analysis'' by Folland

Prerequisite:

Good knowledge of linear algebra and some acquaintance with abstract algebra (say first semester of Abstract Algebra for graduate students)

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FALL 2022

Michael Kiessling

Course Description:

This course will focus on measure theory and integration, covering the topics of Lebesgue measure and integral, abstract measure and integral, L2 and Lp spaces, elementary Hilbert space theory, absolute continuity, Radon-Nikodym theorem, product measure and integral.

REVIEW SESSIONS: TBD

Text:

``Real Analysis'' by Folland

Prerequisite:

The classical theory of functions of a real variable: point-set topology, limits and continuity, differentiation and Riemann integration, infinite series, uniform convergence

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FALL 2021

Li-Cheng Tsai

Course Description:

This is a course aiming at graduate students in mathematics. This course will focus on measure theory and integration, covering the topics of Lebesgue measure and integral, abstract measure and integral, L2 and Lp spaces, elementary Hilbert space theory, absolute continuity, Radon-Nikodym theorem, product measure and integral.

REVIEW SESSIONS: TBD

Text:

Real Analysis: Measure Theory, Integration, and Hilbert Spaces, by Elias Stein and Rami Shakarchi

Prerequisite:

The classical theory of functions of a real variable: point-set topology, limits and continuity, differentiation and Riemann integration, infinite series, uniform convergence

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