MATH 180 - Discrete Mathematics

Institution:

Messiah University

Subject:

Mathematics

Description:

This course is designed to highlight discrete (non-continuous) mathematical structures, with a strong emphasis on practical algorithms and a significant computer applications component. Topics include: algorithms and financial models, recursion, recurrence relations, functions, set theory, countability, and counting arguments, number representation, logic, proof techniques, mathematical induction, and graph theory. Prerequisite: Passing score on a placement exam given during the first week of class. Student who do not do well on the placement exam are advised to take MATH 102, followed by MATH 180 in a subsequent semester. Meets General Education Mathematical Sciences requirement.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.messiah.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 766-2511

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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