1. Computer Mathematics CUIT102 Donna Musiyandaka
Master of Science in Computation (Oxford University)
Bachelor of Business Studies and Computing Science (University of Zimbabwe)

2. Chinhoyi University of Technology
SPECIALISATIONS
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Information Technology (IT) Pictures of Degree Programme: Overview
Multimedia Systems Development
Techno-preneurship
Distributed Systems
Communication Skills
Principles of Management
Software Engineering
Software Project Management
Data warehousing & data mining
Human Computer Interaction
Visual Languages & programming
Data Structures & Algorithms
Virtual Reality
Computer Graphics
Introduction to Programming
IT Fundamentals
Object Oriented Programming
Parallel Computing
Website Design & E-business
Database Systems
Artificial Intelligence
Computer Mathematics
Numerical Methods
Operations Research
Research Methods
Simulation & Modelling
Neural Networks
Operating Systems
Design of Micro-Controllers
Logic Design & Switching Circuits
PC Assembly and Maintenance
Data Comm and Networks
Data Comm.s & Networks
Wireless Communication
Computer Org. & Architecture
Computer Security
Mobile Computing

3. 05-Mar-2013
Aim of Course
The course aims to lay the mathematical foundation for information technology courses such as data structures, algorithms, relational databases and networking.

4. 05-Mar-2013
Purpose of the Course
Give the student fluency in precise mathematical language to deal with discrete structures
Develop skills in algorithmic problem solving, recursive and combinatorial thinking
Develop respect for careful definition and skills in mathematical argument

5. Contents of the Course Logic Proof Sets Relations Functions
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Contents of the Course
Logic
Proof
Sets
Relations
Functions
Graphs and Trees
Critical Path Analysis
Counting
Combinatorics and Discrete Probability

6. 05-Mar-2013
Recommended Reading
Rosen, K. (2011) Discrete Mathematics and its Applications (7th Edition). ISBN , pp1072
Epp, S.S. (2010) Discrete Mathematics with Applications. Cengage Learning. pp820

7. 05-Mar-2013
Alternative Reading
Barnett S. (1998) Discrete Mathematics: Numbers and Beyond, Addison-Wesley: Singapore.
Rosen K.H. (2003) Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications, 5th Edition, Tata McGraw-Hill: New Delhi.
Scheinermann E.R. (2006) Mathematics: A Discrete Introduction, Thomson Brooks/Cole: Belmont, USA.
Any other books with keywords “discrete mathematics”, “computer mathematics”

8. Assessment Take-home assignments (x3): 10-20%
05-Mar-2013
Assessment
Take-home assignments (x3): 10-20%
Optional Quizzes (x2): 0-10%
In-class tests (x2): 10%
Final Examination: 70%

9. Credits Component Item Hours Contact hours Lectures 36 Practicals
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Credits
Component
Item
Hours
Contact hours
Lectures 36
Practicals
Tutorials 12
Non-contact
Assessment 18
Individual Study
54 (approx. 3 hours per week)
Notional Hours (total)
120

10. Note Taking Done in class Use shorthand as much as possible
05-Mar-2013
Note Taking
Done in class
Increases participation
Use shorthand as much as possible
Take notes as I lecture and listen at the same time
A skill for a lifetime
Get spectacles asap if your eyesight is bad
It gets worse with exposure to computer screens.
You’re in I.T. Be prepared to head towards blindness!!!

11. House-keeping issues During lectures Outside lectures
05-Mar-2013
House-keeping issues
During lectures
Switch off cellphones
Dress decently (no hats in class)
Communicate in English. Why not?
The Exam is written in English after all and your job interviews are in English as well.
Outside lectures
Can ask me questions if available in office
ONLY if you have attempted the question you are asking me about!
Be on your best behaviour
Students who constantly embarass us in the department are often the worst academic performers
No scandal as yet in the department. We don’t expect ANY in the future, either!