DISCRETE MATHEMATICS
MAT1DIS
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In Discrete Mathematics you will explore some important mathematical ideas that play a key role in modern computing. Topics include number bases, logic, sets, relations, recursion, Boolean algebra and cryptography. Although Discrete Mathematics is designed in particular for those who are studying information technology, the subject is relevant and useful for any person with an interest in contemporary mathematics and its applications.
Faculty: Faculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Simon Smith
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 1 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: N/A
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Discrete mathematics for computing. | Prescribed | Grossman, P. | 3RD EDN. PALGRAVE MACMILLAN, BASINGSTOKE, 2009. |
Bendigo, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Simon Smith
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| one 3-hour examination | 70 | |
| two 45-minute tests (each 15%) | 30 |