James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024
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MA2011 - Discrete Mathematics for Computing
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2024 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 1 |
| Prerequisites: | Algebra and arithmetic to a year 10 standard |
| Administered by: | College of Science and Engineering |
Subject Description
- Discrete mathematics is the mathematics of computing. You will explore the fundamental theories of logic and proof, the abstract concepts of relations, functions, recursion and induction, and graph structures and counting principles. Through active practice and independent problem-solving, you will develop precise thinking, abstraction and generalisation skills that are central to all areas of computer science and software engineering.
Learning Outcomes
- analyse the logical structure of arguments and assess their validity
- apply appropriate techniques to solve problems and formulate and prove simple theorems
- explore patterns and apply abstract concepts in familiar and unfamiliar contexts
Subject Assessment
- Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (10%) - Individual
- Written > Problem task - (30%) - Individual
- Written > Workbook - (60%) - Individual
Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.
Inadmissible Subject Combinations: MA2211
Availabilities
Cairns Nguma-bada, Trimester 1, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 22 Feb 2024 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 29 Jan 2024 to Saturday, 27 Apr 2024 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Sophie Raynor |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Sophie Raynor |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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JCU Brisbane, Trimester 1, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 22 Feb 2024 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 29 Jan 2024 to Saturday, 27 Apr 2024 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Sophie Raynor |
| Lecturer(s): | MR Soumen Ghosh |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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JCU Brisbane, Trimester 3, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 10 Oct 2024 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 16 Sep 2024 to Saturday, 14 Dec 2024 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Sophie Raynor |
| Lecturer(s): | MR Soumen Ghosh |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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JCU Singapore, Study Period 51, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 07 Mar 2024 |
| Study Period Dates: | Thursday, 15 Feb 2024 to Friday, 26 Apr 2024 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Sophie Raynor |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Jenny Tran |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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JCU Singapore, Trimester 3, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 10 Oct 2024 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 16 Sep 2024 to Saturday, 14 Dec 2024 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Sophie Raynor |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Jenny Tran |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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Townsville Bebegu Yumba, Trimester 1, External | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 22 Feb 2024 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 29 Jan 2024 to Saturday, 27 Apr 2024 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Sophie Raynor |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Sophie Raynor |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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| Method of delivery: | WWW - LearnJCU |
Townsville Bebegu Yumba, Trimester 1, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 22 Feb 2024 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 29 Jan 2024 to Saturday, 27 Apr 2024 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Sophie Raynor |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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