Module 20415 (2013)

Module Description - Introduction to Mathematics for Computer Science

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Module TitleIntroduction to Mathematics for Computer Science
SchoolComputer Science
Module Code06-20415
DescriptorCOMP/06-20415/LC
Member of StaffJohn Barnden (coordinator), John Barnden:10, Steven Vickers:10
LevelC
Credits20
Semester1+2
Pre-requisitesNone
Co-requisitesNone
RestrictionsThis module is only available to students who have not achieved an adequate standard in A-level Mathematics or equivalent.
Contact hours68
Delivery3 hrs/week lectures, tutorials and exercise classes
DescriptionComputer science, like all science and engineering disciplines, involves a degree of mathematics. Hence a solid grounding in mathematics is vital in order to attain full understanding of a wide range of computer science topics. This module takes all the relevant topics covered at GCSE and builds upon them. The twin objectives here are to improve students' mathematical knowledge and, just as importantly, their confidence in using that knowledge.
Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, the student should be able to:Assessed by:
apply a number of fundamental mathematical skills and techniques to the solution of problems relevant to computer science Examination, Continuous Assessment (class tests)
demonstrate a solid foundation in mathematics relevant to computer science sufficient to allow independent learning of further mathematical techniques in other computer science modules Examination, Continuous Assessment (class tests)
AssessmentSessional: 2 hr examination (50%), continuous assessment (class tests) (50%).
Supplementary (where allowed): By examination only (100%).
TextsK A Stroud, Engineering Mathematics (6th ed.), 2007