MATH 1651 - Mathematics for Computing Science

Delivery Online, self-paced

Course Description

This course introduces further mathematical concepts used in Computing Science. Topics include vectors and matrices; geometry; sets, relations, and functions; logic, circuits, and number systems; counting and probability; random variables; and decision analysis.

Learning outcomes

Solve problems with vectors.
Solve problems with matrices.
Use geometrical coordinate systems to represent linear transformations.
Analyze sets, relations, and functions.
Apply logic to statements and circuits.
Solve counting and discrete probability problems.
Analyze random variables and decision problems.

Course topics

Module 1: Vectors
Module 2: Matrices
Module 3: Geometry
Module 4: Sets, Relations, and Functions
Module 5: Logic, Circuits, and Number Systems
Module 6: Counting and Probability
Module 7: Random Variables and Decision Analysis

Required text and materials

Students are responsible for purchasing the required materials on their own:

Thompson Rivers University. (2017). Mathematics for Computing Science, MATH 1650/1651 (Custom publication for Thompson Rivers University). Toronto: Nelson Education Ltd. ISBN: 978-0-17-676509-5
Type: Custom Textbook. ISBN: 978-0-17-676509-5

Note: The above item can be purchased through Wolfie's Campus Store.

Assessments

Please be aware that should your course have a final exam, you are responsible for the fee to the online proctoring service, ProctorU, or to the in-person approved Testing Centre. Please contact exams@tru.ca with any questions about this.

To successfully complete this course, students must achieve a passing grade of 50% or higher on the overall course, and 50% or higher on the final mandatory examination.

Quiz 1 - 4	4%
Assignment 1 (covering Modules 1–3)	8%
Test 1 (covering Modules 1–3)	8%
Quiz 5 – 7	3%
Assignment 2 (covering Modules 4–5)	6%
Test 2 (covering Modules 4–5)	6%
Quiz 8 - 12	5%
Assignment 3 (covering Modules 6–7)	10%
Test 3 (covering Modules 6–7)	10%
Final Exam (mandatory)	40%
Total	100%

Prerequisites

One of Pre‐calculus Math 12 or;

Foundations Math 12 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of C+ within the last two years.

Exclusions

MATH 1650

MATH 1380

COMP 1380

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3 credits

Open Learning faculty member information

An Open Learning faculty member is available to assist students. Students will receive the necessary contact information at the start of the course.