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CS 1640 A (CRN: 13363)

Computer Science: Discrete Structures

3 Credit Hours—Seats Available!

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About CS 1640 A

Introduction to analytic and formal methods of computer science with practical examples, including analysis or data structures, recursion relations, proof methods, and logic programming. Credit not awarded for both CS 1640 and MATH 2055. Prerequisites: CS 1210 or CS 2100; MATH 1234 or MATH 1242.

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Prereqs enforced by the system: CS 1210 or 2100; and MATH 1234 or 1242; Open to Degree and PACE students

Section Description

Discrete Structures covers the fundamental mathematical tools that computer science students will need for upper level classes. We will focus on logic, sets and functions, primes and divisibility, and the importance of clear proof-writing.

Section Expectation

The textbook we will be using is an interactive online textbook called Discrete Math, available through zyBooks.com. This requires a purchase of online access to the book for the semester.

Evaluation

Class participation, quizzes, tests, and a final examination will be used for evaluation.

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