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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Mathematics for Computing | |||
| Reference | CM1118 | Version | 1 |
| Created | January 2023 | SCQF Level | SCQF 7 |
| Approved | August 2023 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | ECTS Points | 7.5 | |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| This module aims to provide students with a foundation in mathematical concepts relevant in computing, and students will also gain skills in group working and communication. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Identify appropriate uses of mathematical techniques in modelling systems and processes. |
| 2 | Describe the steps involved in modelling systems and processes. |
| 3 | Apply analytical and mathematical modelling skills to a range of problems relevant to computing domains. |
| 4 | Acquire skills in problem solving and effective communication in a variety of settings, relevant to future study, research and in the workplace. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Set theory, functions, sequences, series, coordinates, lines, curves, parametric equations, projectile motion, vectors, matrices. |
| Module Delivery |
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| This module is delivered throughout the teaching session using a mixture of lectures, tutorials and computer laboratory sessions (where appropriate). |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 40 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 110 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | A group project to design and implement a solution to a maths-based modelling problem. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
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| Explanatory Text | |
| The module is assessed on a pass/unsuccessful basis. The module grade is based on performance in Component 1. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| Pass | Pass in Component 1 |
| Fail | Fail in Component 1 |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None, in addition to course entry requirements. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
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| 1 | VINCE, J., 2020, Foundation mathematics for computer science: a visual approach. Springer. |
| 2 | ROSEN, K., 2019. Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications (8th ed). McGraw-Hill. |
| 3 | O'REGAN, G., 2020, Mathematics in Computing (2nd ed). Springer. |
| 4 | ROSENBERG, A.L. and TRYSTRAM, D., 2020, Understand Mathematics, Understand Computing. Springer. |