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Mathematics (MATH) 309

Discrete Mathematics (Revision 6)

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Mathematics Diagnostic Assessment. This online test contains 70 questions that will help you assess your mathematical skills. Based on your score we will recommend which Athabasca University mathematics course you are likely ready to take successfully.

Delivery Mode: Individualized study online or grouped study.

Credits: 3

Area of Study: Science

Prerequisite: MATH 209 or MATH 270. (If MATH 270 is used as a prerequisite, MATH 271 is recommended.)

Faculty: Faculty of Science & Technology

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MATH 309 has a Challenge for Credit option

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Overview

MATH 309 explains methods of discrete mathematics that are useful in computer science. The course covers set theory, propositional calculus, predicate calculus, relations, functions, Boolean algebra, divisibility, combinatorics, automata, and formal languages.

Outline

The course consists of the following six units.

Unit 1: Integers

Unit 2: Formal Logic

Unit 3: Set Theory

Unit 4: Counting

Unit 5: Relations and Functions

Unit 6: Finite-state Automata

Evaluation

To receive credit for MATH 309, you must complete all course work, achieve a composite course grade of at least “D” (50 percent). You must also achieve a midterm and final exam grade of at least “D” (50 percent). You will be assessed on the basis of two examinations, weighted as follows:

Assignment 1 Midterm Exam Assignment 2 Assignment 3 Final Exam Total
15% 25% 15% 15% 30% 100%

To learn more about assignments and examinations, please refer to Athabasca University's online Calendar.

Course Materials

Textbook

Epp, Susanna S. Discrete Mathematics with Applications: Custom Edition for Athabasca University. Toronto: Nelson Education, 2012.

Epp, Susanna S. Student Solutions Manual—Discrete Mathematics with Applications: Custom Edition for Athabasca University. Toronto: Nelson Education, 2012.


Other materials

Course materials include a study guide, and a student manual. All other materials are available online.

Challenge for Credit Course Overview

The Challenge for Credit process allows students to demonstrate that they have acquired a command of the general subject matter, knowledge, intellectual and/or other skills that would normally be found in a university level course.

Full information for the Challenge for Credit can be found in the Undergraduate Calendar.

Challenge Evaluation

To receive credit for the MATH 309 challenge registration, you must complete the two parts of the challenge exam and achieve a minimum grade of at least “D” (50 percent) on both parts.

Part 1: Exam Part 2: Exam Total
50% 50% 100%

Undergraduate Challenge for Credit Course Registration Form

Athabasca University reserves the right to amend course outlines occasionally and without notice. Courses offered by other delivery methods may vary from their individualized-study counterparts.

Opened in Revision 6, June 8, 2012

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Last updated by SAS  09/10/2013 12:09:42