Logic for Computer Science: Foundations of Automatic Theorem Proving

Gallier, Jean H.

ISBN 10: 0486780821 / ISBN 13: 9780486780825

Published by Dover Pubns, 2015

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2nd edition. 496 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.50 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Logic for Computer Science: Foundations of Automatic Theorem Proving
• Publisher: Dover Pubns
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0486780821
• ISBN 13: 9780486780825
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.75 kilograms

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Synopsis

This advanced text for undergraduate and graduate students introduces mathematical logic with an emphasis on proof theory and procedures for algorithmic construction of formal proofs. The self-contained treatment is also useful for computer scientists and mathematically inclined readers interested in the formalization of proofs and basics of automatic theorem proving.
Topics include propositional logic and its resolution, first-order logic, Gentzen's cut elimination theorem and applications, and Gentzen's sharpened Hauptsatz and Herbrand's theorem. Additional subjects include resolution in first-order logic; SLD-resolution, logic programming, and the foundations of PROLOG; and many-sorted first-order logic. Numerous problems appear throughout the book, and two Appendixes provide practical background information.

About the Author

Jean H. Gallier is a Professor in the Department of Computer and Information Science at the University of Pennsylvania. His other books include A Guide to the Classification Theorem for Compact Surfaces, Geometric Methods and Applications for Computer Science and Engineering, and Discrete Mathematics.