Discrete mathematics 1 (5 cr)

Objective

You can perform calculations using different representations of numbers.
You can present arguments in a valid manner.
You can combine sets algebraically.
You are able to utilize sequences and series, and understand combinatorics.

Content

How are numbers represented in different number systems, and how are they used in calculations?
What is logic and valid reasoning?
How are sets and relations defined, combined, and described?
How does abstract algebra, especially Boolean algebra, function?
How are sequences and series utilized?
How do combinations and permutations function in problem solving?

Course material

Seymour Lipschutz, Essential Computer Mathematics, Schaum's Outline Series, McGraw-Hill 1982 or 1987. Additional material in Learn.

Study forms and methods

Osallistut työjärjestyksen mukaiseen opetukseen.

RDI and work-related cooperation

No pre-planned co-operation.

Timing of exams and assignments

Final exam at the end of the course.

International cooperation

No pre-planned co-operation.

Student workload

Lectures and exam take 50 hours and the rest is guided self study, altogether 135 h.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The final exam and perhaps some other means which are agreed on the first lecture.