This course provides the mathematical foundations needed for the study of Computer Science. Students should understand and apply the elements of proof as they apply to the analysis of classical Computer Science problems. Throughout the course the relevance and practicality of discrete mathematics to the study of Computer Science is demonstrated.
If you wish to request an accommodation for a disability, please contact Ann Smith, Director of Services for Students with Disabilities (East Annex, 581- 2319) as early as possible in the term.
Students need to complete all exams, AND all 7 homework packages, to be eligible for a passing grade. No makeup exams are given unless the circumstances warrant. Work will only be accepted if reasonable care and effort on the part of the student is evident.
Class preparedness and participation: Students must come prepared to discuss the text readings, text examples, and homework solutions on the due date.
Class attendance is a very important ingredient for learning the material associated with this course. Much of the insight for understanding material included in the course occurs through questions and discussions within the classroom that may not be covered in the text or lecture notes. Hence, it is expected students will attend class regularly. You should notify me as soon as you anticipate or have an unavoidable absence.
Class attendance will also directly affect a student's grade in the course through class participation, homework, and exams. Each week consists of class attendence, class participation, and (possible) homework assignments for review. Therefore each week the student will recieve 1% of the final grade if and only if the requirements for that week are met.
The student is responsible for all material presented in lectures regardless of whether it is covered in the text or in class. It is the student's responsibility to determine the material covered in any class he/she is absent from and to make it up. NOTE: From previous classes it has been shown that there is a high correlation between a student’s final grade and class attendance!
Homework completeness and timeliness: All homework (1) must be complete, (2) must be NEATLY-written, (3) must have a cover page containing the student's name, class, homework number, and list of problems, and (4) must be stapled in the upper left-hand corner. Although I won't take points off for homework lateness, not having homework completed on time will adversely affect the student's class preparedness and participation grade, and will usually adversely affect their performance on exams. Also, students should not expect late homework to be graded and returned in a timely manner.