Discrete Mathematics G (6699.6)
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | On-campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Science And Technology |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Academic Program Area - Technology | Graduate Level | Band 1 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 1 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
This unit may be co-taught with 6698 Discrete Mathematics.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Manipulate the language and notation of symbolic logic in order to apply to complex digital logic circuits;
2. Construct a variety of proofs in a clear explanatory manner by utilising underlying principles of proofs;
3. Apply the notation of sets to investigate relations and their properties;
4. Analyse and create finite-state automata; and
5. Investigate properties of complex graphs and trees within a real-world application.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
6698 Discrete MathematicsEquivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
Year 12 mathematics.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 | On-campus | Dr David Hartley |
Required texts
Required text: Susanna S. Epp, Discrete Mathematics with Applications, 4th edition, or 5th edition Brooks/Cole Cengage Learning, 2011.
The lectures and tutorials will reference the 4th edition, however general mapping to the 5th edition is provided in this unit outline (some differences in problem sets are present).
The electronic version of the 5th edition is available from the . Paper copies can be bought from many text-book suppliers. You can also find it in the Library.
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
Due individualisation of assessment tasks, blind-marking will not be possible for some assessment tasks.
Special assessment requirements
The unit convenor reserves the right to question students on any of their submitted work for moderation and academic integrity purposes, which may result in an adjustment to the marks awarded for a specific task.
Final grades will be determined using the following table:
| 85 <= Final mark <= 100 | Final grade = HD |
| 75 <= Final mark < 85 | Final grade = DI |
| 65 <= Final mark < 75 | Final grade = CR |
| 50 <= Final mark < 65 | Final grade = P |
| 0 <= Final mark < 50 | Final grade = N-Fail (NX, NX, NC, or NW) |
Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.
Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.
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Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and 91Porn (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.
Learner engagement
| Lecture attendance or listening, 2 hours per week for 12 weeks | 24 hours |
| Tutorial preparation, approx. 2.5 hours per week for 11 weeks | 27.5 hours |
| Tutorial attendance, 2 hours per week for 11 weeks | 22 hours |
| Assessments (incl. preparation) | 55 hours |
| Self-directed study | 21.5 hours |
| Total | 150 hours |
Participation requirements
It is strongly encouraged that you attend all lectures and your allocated tutorial to make the most of your learning experience. Recordings of lectures is provided for those who miss a lecture. Tutorials are not recorded.
There is an In-Class Test on Friday of Week 10, so attendance is required (this replaces the Week 11 lecture contact hours, which falls on a public holiday). Those unable to attend for a valid reason (e.g., illness) must apply for a deferred test and provide evidence for the reason (see Canvas for further details).
Required IT skills
All students are assumed to be able to:
- Use the MS Word (or equivalent).
- Read and print documents on the unit website.
- Communicate using e-mail.
- Use their own scientific calculator.
In-unit costs
The e-book version of the textbook should be available for around $65. If you decide to buy the hardcover version, it will be significantly more expensive. The calculator should be available for around $30-$45.
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
Additional information
Lecture Attendance:
Students are expected to attend/view lectures prior to their weekly tutorial the following week. Tutorial activities will involve tasks based on the lecture content and all lecture content is assessable.
Tutorial Attendance:
Please note that tutorials will not be recorded and, coupled with lecture content, inform assessment items.
Provision of information to the group:
It is assumed that all students will regularly open the unit's website and read any announcements there. It is also assumed that all students will regularly read e-mail received at their UC student accounts. Announcements made at lectures, via Canvas, or circulated by e-mail to UC student accounts will be deemed to have been made to the whole class.
Use of student email account:
All unit enquiries should be emailed using a student university email account. Students should contact servicedesk@canberra.edu.au if they have any issues accessing their university email account.
Absence:
In all cases of absence, sickness, or other extenuating circumstances it is the student's responsibility to ensure that the Unit Convener is informed.
