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Contribute to the achievement of the Learning Outcomes specified for the students award at
Degree Level 1.
Provide an introduction to the study of Mathematics and Statistics for computing students.
Meet the prerequisite requirements of modules at degree level 2 of study.
Introduce students to the knowledge, skills and techniques relevant to the study of mathematics
and Statistics for computing students.
Enable students to develop their ability to:
Analyse
Solve problems
Use quantitative skills
Communicate
Learning outcomes:
On successful completion of this module, you should be able to:
1. Show how data are represented and stored in computer (MQF1, MQF2, MQF6)
2. Read, comprehend, and construct mathematical arguments with mathematical reasoning. (MQF1,
MQF2, MQF6)
3. Solve problems that include sets, permutations, relations, graphs and trees which are used to
represent discrete objects & relationships between these objects. (MQF1, MQF2, MQF6)
4. Apply counting principles to calculate the probability problems. (MQF1, MQF2, MQF6)
5. Calculate summary measures of statistics and make inferences about characteristics of populations
from information contained in samples. (MQF1, MQF2, MQF6)
MQF Learning Outcome Area
MQF1 - Knowledge
MQF2 - Practical skills
MQF3 - Social skills & responsibilities
MQF4 - Values, attitudes, professionalism and ethics
MQF5 - Communications, leadership and team skills
MQF6 - Problem solving & scientific skills
MQF7 - Information management and lifelong learning skills
MQF8 - Managerial & entrepreneurial skills
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Transferable Skills:
The following employability skills are introduced (I), developed (D) and/or assessed (A):
Problem solving(I,D,A)
Knowledge & Understanding (I)
Application (I,D,A)
Quantitative Skills (I,D, A)
Analytical Skills (I,D, A)
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Topics
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Introduction
Learning Outcomes for the module
Key terms
Learning methods, subjects to be covered
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Essential Reading
Rosen, K.H. (2011) Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications, 7th Edition. McGraw Hill.(ISBN
978-0073383095)
Additional Reading
Stanoyevitch, A.(2011) Discrete Structures With Contemporary Applications, CRC Press. (ISBN
9781439817681)
Epp, S.H. (2010) Discrete Mathematics and Applications, 4th Edition. Brooks Cole.(ISBN
9780495391326)
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Scientific Calculator
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