SYLLABUS
COURSE: MATH 243 DK1 Discrete Mathematics (Pre-requisites: MATH 165 and Reading Skill 2)
DESCRIPTION: This course covers fundamental tools needed for the study of computer science and engineering, emphasizing formal proof techniques. Topics include: sets, logic induction, functions and relations, recursion, combinatorics, graphs and tree algorithms, matrix applications.
INSTRUCTOR: Mrs. Sylvia Sorkin
OFFICE: S415 PHONE: (410) 780-6768
EMAIL: ssorkin@ccbc.cc.md.us
MEETS: 8:30--10:20 AM Tues. and Thurs. Room _____ (4 credits)
WEBPAGE: http://student.ccbc.cc.md.us/~ssorkin/
OFFICE HOURS for FALL 2000:
TEXT: Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications, 4th Edition, Kenneth H. Rosen, WCB McGraw-Hill, (1999)
TEXT WEBSITE: http://www.mhhe.com/rosen
COMMENTS: Bring your textbook to class with you. You can come to see me during my office hours when you have questions or difficulties with any part of the course. Do not put off seeking help, as the material builds on previous concepts during the course.
Test dates will be announced in class, in advance, along with the chapters that will be covered on the test.
The CCBC-Essex academic honesty policy will be used throughout the course. (See CCBC Essex 1999-2000 catalog p.27) Any cheating on graded work will result in a grade of 0 for that work for all persons involved.
CALENDAR:
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DAY(S) |
DATE |
EVENT |
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Tues. |
Oct. 31 |
Mid-Term Grades Due |
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Tues. |
Nov. 14 |
Last Day to Audit, or Withdraw with W grade |
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Thurs.-Sun. |
Nov. 23 - 26 |
Essex closed--Thanksgiving Holiday |
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Mon. |
Nov. 27 |
Essex reopens -- Classes Resume |
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Tues. |
Dec. 12 |
Last day of classes |
EXAM: Thurs. 12/14 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
ATTENDANCE POLICY: You are expected to attend all scheduled classes. If you do miss a class, you are personally responsible for obtaining all classwork and assignments missed.
HOMEWORK: Homework problems will be given every regular class meeting. Doing the homework is extremely important in this class. You are allowed to work on your homework in groups, and in general, homework assignments will not be collected or graded.
EXAMS: Make-up exams are not given except for a good reason (doctor's signed note, etc.) approved by the instructor before the exam. Your grade for any exam missed will be filled-in by 70% of the score you obtain on the final exam.
If you will be unable to take an exam at the announced time, let the instructor know why as soon as possible, preferably beforehand. You can leave message at (410) 780-6768 anytime. It will then be up to the instructor to decide whether you will take an exam on that material at another pre-arranged time, or whether 70% of your final exam grade will be used as your score for that exam.
QUIZZES: Approximately 8 quizzes will be given during the course. No make-up quizzes will be given. Your lowest 2 quiz scores will be dropped when final grades are calculated.
ASSIGNMENTS/PROJECTS: There will be a few graded assignments or projects in the course. Some may be group projects. The importance of beginning assignments/projects early cannot be over-emphasized. To receive full credit, work must be turned in on, or before, the date it is due. When turned in after the due date, 50% per classday will be deducted for each day that the assignment/project is late.
GRADING: Your final grade in this course will be determined by the weighted average of your scores in these areas:
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Quizzes (approximately 8) |
20% |
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Graded Assignments/Projects |
20% |
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2 Mid-Term Exams |
40% |
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Final Exam |
20% |
Final grades will be assigned as follows:
| A( 90%-100%) | B( 80%-89%) | C( 70%-79%) | D( 60%-69%) | F( below 60%) |
COURSE OUTLINE Discrete Mathematics Section DK1 Fall 2000
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Topic |
Chapter.Section to read |
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Logic, Sets, Functions |
Ch.1 |
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Algorithms, Integers, Matrices |
Ch.2.1-2.3, 2.6, 2.4* |
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Mathematical Reasoning |
Ch.3.1-3.3 |
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Counting |
Ch.4.1-4.4 |
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Advanced Counting Techniques |
Ch.5.1, 5.5 |
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Relations |
Ch.6.1, 6.3, 6.5 |
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Graphs |
Ch.7.1-7.5, 7.6-7.8* |
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Trees |
Ch.8.1, 8.2-8.5* |
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Boolean Algebra |
Ch.9.1-9.2* |
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Modeling Computation |
Ch.10.1-10.2* |
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY POLICY
Academic honesty is expected of all students. Work submitted by students as their own must be their own and materials taken from any other source must clearly identified as such. Intentional falsification of data, plagiarism, "cribbing," copying from others in class, obtaining advance information about exams and other violations of academic dishonesty are not acceptable. Also refer to CCBC Student Rights and Responsibilities document.
Any evidence of cheating on an exam, quiz, or other graded assignment will result in an automatic ZERO and may result in a failing grade in the course.
WRITING POLICY
The college recognizes that clear, correct and concise use of language is a characteristic of an educated person. Grades on papers and examinations which are poorly written, in any course, may be reduced for the quality of the writing alone, at the discretion of the instructor. Poor writing is sufficient cause for a failing grade on a paper, and in extreme cases, a failing grade in a course.
SNOW AND EMERGENCY POLICY
Should it become necessary for the College to close or alter its times of operations, announcements will be made after 6:30 am on WBAL. Should the College's opening be delayed, faculty and students are expected to be where they would normally be at the announced opening time.
LEARNING ASSISTANCE CENTER
Students are encourages to seek help from their instructors (either during scheduled office hours or by appointment) whenever they encounter academic difficulty. In addition, the Learning Assistance Center (now in D102 but will be relocated soon to the new E building) has information about free tutoring, provided on a drop-in or appointment basis. Stop by or call 780-6901 for more information.