Summer 2023 - MACM 101 D100
Discrete Mathematics I (3)
Class Number: 4019
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
May 8 – Aug 4, 2023: Mon, Wed, Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby -
Exam Times + Location:
Aug 14, 2023
Mon, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Brad Bart
bbart@sfu.ca
1 778 782-4685
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Prerequisites:
BC Math 12 (or equivalent), or any of MATH 100, 150, 151, 154, 157.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Introduction to counting, induction, automata theory, formal reasoning, modular arithmetic. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.
COURSE DETAILS:
This course is an introduction to discrete mathematics. The course will focus on establishing basic principles and motivate the relevance of those principles by providing examples of applications in Computing Science.
Topics:
- Counting, Finite Probability
- Logic and Quantifiers
- Introductory Number Theory + Proof Writing
- Set Theory
- Mathematical Induction
- Functions and Relations
- Growth of Functions
- Introduction to Graphs and Trees (Time Permitting)
Grading
NOTES:
There will be a series of weekly tutorials, weekly assignments, two midterms and a final exam. The details will be discussed in the first week of classes.
Students must attain an overall passing grade on their final exam in order to obtain a clear pass (C− or better).
Materials
REQUIRED READING:
Discrete and Combinatorial Mathematics (an Applied Introduction), Ralph P. Grimaldi, Addison-Wesley, 2004
ISBN: 9780321385024
RECOMMENDED READING:
Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications — Kenneth H. Rosen
ISBN: 9781260091991
A Bridge to Higher Mathematics — Valentin Deaconu, Donald C. Pfaff
ISBN: 9781498775250
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.
Registrar Notes:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
SFU’s Academic Integrity website http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.
Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html
RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION
Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the semester are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.