MATH111 Discrete MathematicsIstinye UniversityDegree Programs Electrical and Electronic Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: MATH111
Course Name: Discrete Mathematics
Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
6
Language of instruction: English
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory Courses
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator: Prof. Dr. ŞÜKRÜ YALÇINKAYA
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Nazım Ağaoğlu
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: To introduce discrete mathematical structures suh as formal mathematical reasoning techniques, algorithm formulation, computation of time complexity, basic counting techniques, relations, graphs and trees. The course aims to acquire the necessary mathematical background for areas that require computation such as computer science and to apply the acquired skills to practical problems.
Course Content: Logic, proof methods, sets, functions, sequences, sums, algorithms, growth of functions, complexity of algorithms, elementary number theory, cryptography, counting, solving recurrence relations, relations, graphs and trees.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Gains the ability to express mathematical arguments and natural language sentences through the language of symbolic logic; decides whether a given argument is valid or not using logic and inference rules and makes simple mathematical proofs.
2) Describes computer programs in a formal mathematical manner by means of pseudocodes and analyzes algorithms in terms of time complexity.
3) Comprehends basic number theory concepts such as modular arithmetic, integer representations and primality, and their basic applications in cryptography.
4) Understands and applies counting principles.
5) Solves recurrence relations.
6) Knows the basic properties of relations, graphs and trees.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Propositional logic and applications; propositional function and quantifiers
2) Inference rules, proof methods
3) Sets, functions, sums and sequences
4) Algorithms
5) Growth of functions, complexity of algorithms
6) Divisibility, modular arithmetic, integer representations
7) Primes, greatest common divisor
8) Solving Congruences
9) Cryptography
10) Mathematical induction, strong induction and well-ordering
11) Counting
12) Solving recurrence relations
13) Relations
14) Graphs and trees

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications, Kenneth H. Rosen, McGraw-Hill Education
References: Discrete Mathematics, Richard Johnsonbaugh, Pearson

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Has sufficient knowledge in mathematics and natural sciences. 3 3 3 3 3 3
2) Has sufficient knowledge in Electrical and Electronics engineering–specific subjects.
3) Has the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, and Electrical and Electronics engineering to solve complex engineering problems.
4) Has the ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems, and to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
5) Has the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements, and to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
6) Has the ability to select and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems encountered in engineering practice, and to use information technologies effectively.
7) Has the ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex engineering problems or Electrical and Electronics engineering–specific research topics.
8) Has the ability to work effectively in disciplinary teams.
9) Has the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
10) Has the ability to work individually.
11) Has the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form; has knowledge of at least one foreign language; writes effective reports, understands written reports, prepares design and production reports, makes effective presentations, and gives and receives clear and understandable instructions.
12) Has awareness of the necessity for lifelong learning; accesses information, follows developments in science and technology, and continuously renews oneself.
13) Acts in accordance with ethical principles; has knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities and of the standards used in engineering practices.
14) Has knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management.
15) Has awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
16) Has knowledge of sustainable development.
17) Has knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety on a universal and societal scale, and awareness of contemporary issues reflected in the field of engineering.
18) Has awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Average 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Has sufficient knowledge in mathematics and natural sciences. 3
2) Has sufficient knowledge in Electrical and Electronics engineering–specific subjects.
3) Has the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, and Electrical and Electronics engineering to solve complex engineering problems.
4) Has the ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems, and to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
5) Has the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements, and to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
6) Has the ability to select and use modern techniques and tools required for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems encountered in engineering practice, and to use information technologies effectively.
7) Has the ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the investigation of complex engineering problems or Electrical and Electronics engineering–specific research topics.
8) Has the ability to work effectively in disciplinary teams.
9) Has the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
10) Has the ability to work individually.
11) Has the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form; has knowledge of at least one foreign language; writes effective reports, understands written reports, prepares design and production reports, makes effective presentations, and gives and receives clear and understandable instructions.
12) Has awareness of the necessity for lifelong learning; accesses information, follows developments in science and technology, and continuously renews oneself.
13) Acts in accordance with ethical principles; has knowledge of professional and ethical responsibilities and of the standards used in engineering practices.
14) Has knowledge of business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management.
15) Has awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
16) Has knowledge of sustainable development.
17) Has knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety on a universal and societal scale, and awareness of contemporary issues reflected in the field of engineering.
18) Has awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Assessment & Grading

Değerlendirme Yöntemleri ve Kriterleri Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Preparation for the Activity Spent for the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements Workload
Course Hours 13 0 3 39
Study Hours Out of Class 13 0 5 65
Midterms 1 13 2 15
Final 1 23 2 25
Total Workload 144