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Discrete Mathematics

Undergraduate | UNE-AMTH140 | 2020

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Study method
Online & on-campus
Assessments
Subject may require attendance
Entry requirements
Part of a degree
Duration
16 weeks

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Discrete Mathematics

About this subject

  • Upon completion of this subject, students will be able to:

    1. determine the validity of logical arguments, and prove simple mathematical statements using the rules of symbolic logic and predicate calculus;
    2. apply induction and recursion to relevant problems;
    3. demonstrate a theoretical and technical understanding of graphs, and apply this knowledge to solve problems involving minimum spanning trees;
    4. demonstrate a theoretical and technical understanding of relations, and apply this knowledge to solve problems in cryptography, and topological sorting;
    5. determine the asymptotic efficiency of a given algorithm; and
    6. explain the history and status of discrete mathematics as it relates to computer science and digital technologies.

Entry requirements

To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.

Additional requirements

  • Equipment requirements - Headphones or speakers (required to listen to lectures and other media) Headset, including microphone (highly recommended) Webcam (may be required for participation in virtual classrooms and/or media presentations).
  • Software requirements - Please refer students to link for requirements: http://www.une.edu.au/current-students/support/it-services/hardware It is essential for students to have reliable internet access in order to participate in and complete your units, regardless of whether they contain an on campus attendance or intensive school component.
  • Travel requirements - Travel may be required to attend the Final Examination for this subject.
  • Other requirements -

    Textbook information is not available until approximately 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the Teaching period. 
    Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. 
    Textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next. 

Study load

0.125 EFTSL
This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.

Equivalent full time study load (EFTSL) is one way to calculate your study load. One (1.0) EFTSL is equivalent to a full-time study load for one year.

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