Discrete mathematics 2 (5cr)

Objective

You know the basic concepts of linear algebra and are able to perform calculations by means of vectors and matrices.
You know the basic concepts of graph theory and are able to solve problems by means of graphs.
You are able to define and illustrate finite state machines and automata.

Content

How are calculations performed by means of vectors and matrices and how are systems of linear equations solved?
What is coordinate system and coordinate transformation?
What applications does linear algebra have?
How are graphs defined, classified and utilised in problem-solving?
How are finite state machines and automata defined and utilised in applications?

Evaluation

Students are able to
a. use professional vocabulary systematically.
c. identify interrelated tasks.
e. use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field.

Course material

Lipschutz, S., 1987. Essential Computer Mathematics, Schaum’s Outline Series, McGraw-Hill.

Other study materials are provided by the teacher via the Learn platform.

Study forms and methods

The course is carried out by way of contact teaching on Mikkeli campus according to a weekly schedule. Remote participation is not possible. As a rule, scheduled contact lessons are not recorded nor duplicated by online lectures.

RDI and work-related cooperation

No pre-planned co-operation.

Timing of exams and assignments

Final exam is at the end of the course. The actual date and time will be given on weekly schedule.

International cooperation

No prepared co-operation.

Student workload

The five point course is counted to be 135 hours for students work. Theory lectures, homework and the final exam.

Further information

Reporting the progress during the course gives extra points for final exam.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Evaluation is based on the final exam. Extra points from activity as described on Learn.

Qualifications

Discrete mathematics 1 or equivalent knowledge