MATHS135-23B (TGA)
Discrete Structures
15 Points
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What this paper is about
An introduction to a number of the structures of discrete mathematics with wide applicability in areas such as: computer logic, analysis of algorithms, telecommunications, networks and public key cryptography. In addition it introduces a number of fundamental concepts which are useful in Statistics, Computer Science and further studies in Mathematics. Topics covered are: sets, binary relations, directed and undirected graphs; propositional and some predicate logic; permutations, combinations, and elementary probability theory; modular arithmetic.
Students have until the sixth Friday from Mon 10th July to determine if they wish to change down to a less difficult Mathematics paper (subject to lecturer’s approval) without any fees loss. It is recommended such a change be done as soon as possible.
How this paper will be taught
There are 3 lectures per week and one tutorial. Tutorials will start in week 2 (20 July).
Required Readings
Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:
Assessments
How you will be assessed
Assessment will consist of
- Tests (30%)
- Assignments (15%)
- Problems (5%)
- Exam (50%)
In order to pass this paper with an unrestricted grade (Grade C- or better) you must get an overall total of 50% or greater, and ALSO at least 40% in the exam.
Tests: There are three tests each worth 10% to be held in class on
- Friday 18 August
- Friday 22 September
- Friday 13 October
Assignments: There is a weekly assignment which should be handed in during the tutorial. If you are unable to come onto campus you can request to submit your assignments via a mailbox on Moodle. Your worst assignment mark will not be counted. This is intended make allowance for short term illness without the need to deal with medical certificates. If there is a problem that will cause you to miss more than one assignment you should contact the convenor.
Problems: These are short problems done during lectures.
Exam: This is a compulsory item of assessment. If you miss the exam you will be awarded the grade of IC (incomplete). You may apply to the Examinations Office for special consideration if you are forced to miss an exam for good reason. Anything to do with examinations is the domain of the Examinations Office.
In order to pass this paper with an unrestricted grade (Grade C- or better) you must get an overall total of 50% or greater, and ALSO at least 40% in the exam.
If you are enrolled in a BE (Hons) degree: Samples of your work may be required as part of the Engineering New Zealand accreditation process for BE (Hons) degrees. Any samples taken will have the student name and ID redacted. If you do not want samples of your work collected, then please email the engineering administrator, Natalie Shaw (natalie.shaw@waikato.ac.nz ), to opt out.
The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 50:50. The final exam makes up 50% of the overall mark.