Module: Discrete Mathematics

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Discrete Mathematics
Module Code	MS118
School	School of Mathematical Sciences
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Peter Taylor Semester 2: Peter Taylor Autumn: Peter Taylor
Module Teachers	Peter Taylor
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

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Description

Introduction to discrete mathematics.

Learning Outcomes

1. Recall relevant mathematical facts in Number Theory, Graph Theory, Logic & Proof.
2. Apply concepts and processes related to these topics in both mathematical and non-mathematical contexts
3. Analyse information and interpret results (related to these topics)
4. Explore patterns and formulate conjectures (related to these topics)
5. Present arguments, draw and justify conclusions (related to these topics)
6. Communicate ideas in Discrete Mathematics and Probability in writing

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	33	No Description
Independent Study	92	No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	25%	Examination Weight	75%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
In Class Test	n/a	6%	Week 7
In Class Test	n/a	6%	Week 20
In Class Test	n/a	6%	Week 25
In Class Test	n/a	6%	Week 30

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

James Bradley: 0, Introduction to Discrete Mathematics, Addison Wesley.,
James R. Bush: 0, Discrete Mathematics Workbook, Prentice Hall,

Other Resources

0, Online Course, Trefor Bazett, 0, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdXw7Ps9vxc&list=PLHXZ9OQGMqxersk8fUxiUMSIx0DBqsKZS, 0, Online Resource, ., 0, A Numberphile video on the RSA Algorithm, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7kEpw1tn50,

Programme or List of Programmes

BED	Bachelor of Education

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