MTH 436 /536 - Combinatorial Designs and Coding Theory

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Miami University-Hamilton

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Description:

Provides an introduction to combinatorial design and coding theory with a focus on basic concepts and essential tools. Topics are selected from: An introduction to finite fields, difference methods, symmetric designs, orthogonal Latin squares, league schedules, basic concepts in coding theory, linear codes, perfect codes, BCH codes, and Reed-Solomon codes. The focus is on the theoretical aspect of these topics. Prerequisite(s): Discrete Math ( MTH 231 or MTH 331 or equivalent), and Linear Algebra ( MTH 222 or equivalent), or permission of instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.regionals.muohio.edu

Phone Number:

(513) 785-3000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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