ITF10705 Mathematics for Computer Science (Autumn 2009)

The course is connected to the following study programs

Mandatory course included in:

• the Bachelor programme in Computer Science
• the Bachelor programme in Engineering - Computer Science

Optional course in the Bachelor programme in Information Systems and IT Management.

Prerequisites

The course is based on mathematical skills from secondary school equivalent to 2MX, R1 or (S1+S2).

Lecture Semester

Autumn 2009

Content

The following subjects will be taught:

• Numeral systems
• Combinatorics
• Set theory
• Relations and discrete functions
• Logic and mathematical reasoning
• Complex numbers
• Difference equations
• Linear equations, matrices and determinants
• Graphs and trees

Forms of teaching and learning

Lectures and practice lessons, 4 - 6 hours per week.

Coursework requirements - conditions for taking the exam

In order to be registered for the exam. 6 exercises must be completed and approved.
In addition, participation at two individual tests is required.

Examination

4 hours writted exam, graded A-F.

Permitted aids: Two sheets (four pages of A4), with the student's own notes.

Literature

Steffen Log: Mathema 1 - anvendt matematikk for bachelorstudenter, volume 1 and 2.  Tapir akademisk forlag. 2nd edition.
ISBN 978-82-519-2179-4 (volume 1)
ISBN 978-82-519-2180-0 (volume 2)