Syllabus | Mathematics for IT

Syllabus - Mathematics for IT

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Module Details

Module Code HNDIT 1107
Module Title Mathematics for IT
Credits 2
Hours /Week Lectures - 15
Lab/Tutorial - 30
Semester 1
GPA/NGPA GPA
Module Type Core Compulsory

Module Aims & Objectives

▪To introduce set theory and their algebraic relationships


▪ To introduce matrices and algebraic relationships and to enable the students to understand multi-dimensional representation of data and information


▪ To provide core knowledge of Mathematics as a background in an advanced topics such as Graphics & Multimedia, Probability & Statistics


▪To guide students to apply appropriate mathematical knowledge and skills towards solving problems that are beyond ordinary coursework

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the module the student will be able to:

▪ Construct Sets and describe basic set operations


▪ Describe and use algebraic operations in Sets


▪ Identify relations and functions


▪ Examine the characteristics of relations and functions


▪ Describe the matrices and apply basic algebraic operations on matrices


▪ Solve systems of linear equations using matrices

Outline Syllabus

1. Sets and basic Set operations


2. Construction of Sets


3. Algebra of relations


4. Introduction to Functions


5. Types of Functions


6. Matrices and basic matrix operations


7. Singularity and Determinants


8. Systems of linear equations

Assessments

Type Activity Weighting
Continuous Assessment In class assignments and quizzes 50%
Take home assignments and tutorials
Semester Examination Final Structured Paper 50%

Recommended Learning Activities

Classroom based teaching and learning supported by group discussions, tutorials and assignments.

Resources: Equipment, Tools and Materials

Internet resources and Mat lab version 7 will be helpful.

Prescribed Books

[1]. Internet Resource: http://www.sosmath.com Richard Johnsonbaugh, Discrete Mathematics, Prentice Hall,2008

[2]. Richard Johnsonbaugh, Discrete Mathematics 6th ed. Macmillan. ISBN 0-13-045803-1

[3]. Keith Devlin, (2nd ed.) 1993. The Joy of Sets. Springer Verlag, ISBN 0-387-94094

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