Discrete Structures in Computer Science,
Fall 2020
Online WebEx <http://gcsu.webex.com/meet/jf.yaogcsu.edu>
PROFESSOR INFORMATION
Name:
Dr.
Yao
Office:
Atkinson Hall 317
Telephone: (478) 445-5483
Email:
jf.yao@gcsu.edu
URL: http://abacus2.gcsu.edu
Online Office Hours at WebEx <http://gcsu.webex.com/meet/jf.yaogcsu.edu>
· 8:00 A.M.-9:20 A.M., 10:50 A.M.-12:00 P.M. on Tuesday and Thursday
· Emails that are not urgent only will be answered during the office hours
LOCATION
Online WebEx <http://gcsu.webex.com/meet/jf.yaogcsu.edu>
CSCI3680-01 (CRN: 80557):
12:30PM – 01-15PM; T, R
04:00PM – 04:50PM; T
“Mathematical Structures for Computer Science –Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications”, seventh Edition, 2014, by Judith Gersting.
PREREQUISITE: C or better in CSCI 1302 and Math 1113 (or approval of professor).
This course serves the objective of learning an intensive introduction to discrete mathematics as it is used in computer science.
COURSE DESCRIPTION :
This course offers an intensive introduction to discrete
mathematics as it is used in computer science. Topics include functions,
relations, sets, propositional and predicate logic, simple circuit logic, proof
techniques, cryptography, discrete probability, graphs and trees, and
understand basic Finite-State Machines, Turing Machines, and Formal Languages.
EXPECTED COURSE OUTCOME:
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Students
will be able to:
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SATISFIED PROGRAM STUDENT OUTCOMES:
·
SO1: Apply computer science theory and software
development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
COURSE TOPICS
INCLUDED BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
· Formal Logic: Statements,
Symbolic Representation, and Tautologies
· Formal Logic: Propositional
Logic, Quantifiers, Predicates, and Validity
· Formal Logic: Predicate
Logic, Logic Programming
· Proof Techniques
· Induction Recursion and
Recurrence Relations
· Analysis of Algorithms
· Sets
· Counting
· Principle of Inclusion and
Exclusion
· Pigeonhole Principle
· Relations
· Topological Sorting
· Relations and Databases
· Functions
· Matrices
· Graphs and Their
Representations
· Trees and Their
Representations
· Cryptography
· Decision Trees
· Huffman Codes
· Boolean Algebra and Computer
Logic
· Modeling Arithmetic
· Computation and Languages
· Finite-State Machines
· Turing Machines
· Formal Languages
GRADE
DISTRIBUTION:
Percentage
Date
Weekly
Quiz
40% Tuesday, 4:00PM – 4:50PM
Final
Exam 60% Friday; Dec 4, 2020; 10:30AM-12:45PM
Quizzes and exam are On D2L with WebEx <http://gcsu.webex.com/meet/jf.yaogcsu.edu>
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Total
100%
GRADEING POLICY:
Grade
Percentage
A
90% and up
B
80% - 89.99%
C
70% - 79.99%
D
60% - 69.99%
F
59.999% or less
· You are expected to read the textbook prior to and after class.
· Class participation is essential in learning computer technology. It is your responsibility to attend the class in order to achieve good learning, therefore obtain a good grade.
· You must NOT miss a test (a quiz or an exam) unless you have a verifiable excuse. An unexcused absence from a test will result in a numerical grade of zero for that test.
· Your grades are updated on a regular basis on D2L throughout the semester.
The integrity of students is a critical component of the academic process. All written work submitted in this course must be individual work unless the instructor assigns a team of students to work on an assignment. Students must properly document all outside sources used for projects, programs, and homework. The submission of another’s work as one’s own is plagiarism, and will be dealt with using the procedures outlined on the Undergraduate Catalog.
TENTATIVE COURSE OUTLINE:
Week
One Formal Logic: Statements, Symbolic
Representation, and Tautologies
Week
Two Formal Logic: Propositional
Logic, Quantifiers, Predicates, and Validity
Week
Three Formal Logic: Predicate
Logic, Logic Programming, Proof of Correctness
Week
Four Proof Techniques
Week
Five Induction Recursion and
Recurrence Relations, Analysis of Algorithms
Week
Six Sets, Counting, Principle
of Inclusion and Exclusion, Pigeonhole Principle
Week
Seven Relations, Topological
Sorting, Relations and Databases
Week
Eight Relations, Topological
Sorting, Relations and Databases
Week
Nine Functions, Matrices
Week
Ten Graphs and Their
Representations, Trees and Their Representations
Week
Eleven Graphs and Their
Representations, Trees and Their Representations
Week
Twelve Decision Trees, Huffman Codes
Week
Thirteen Modeling Arithmetic,
Computation, and Languages
Week
Fourteen Finite-State Machines
Week
Fifteen Turing Machines
Week
Sixteen Formal Languages
· Fall Break: None
·
Oct. 9, 2020 (5 PM)
is the last day to drop without academic penalty (Unless if maximum number of
dropped courses has been exceeded)
· Thanksgiving Holidays (Nov. 25-27, 2020)
· Last Day of Classes: NOV. 24, 2020
· Final Exam Week: Dec. 1, 2020 – Dc. 4, 2020
REQUIRED SYLLABUS STATEMENTS: https://www.gcsu.edu/registrar/required-syllabus-statements
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OR as follows:
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY POLICY
The intellectual property of class
assignments and other materials developed using university resources that are
commercialized are reviewed under the USG and GC policies to determine ownership
and/or payment rights. USG policies can be found at http://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/policy/6.3_intellectual_properties/ and
GC policies can be found at http://www2.gcsu.edu/policies/overall/intellectual-property-polic.htm.
ASSISTANCE FOR STUDENT NEEDS RELATED TO
DISABILITY
If you have a disability as described by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504, you may be eligible to receive accommodations to assist in programmatic and physical accessibility. Disability Services, a unit of the GCSU Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity, can assist you in formulating a reasonable accommodation plan and in providing support in developing appropriate accommodations to ensure equal access to all GCSU programs and facilities. Course requirements will not be waived, but accommodations may assist you in meeting the requirements. For documentation requirements and for additional information, we recommend that you contact Disability Services located in Maxwell Student Union at 478-445-5931 or 478-445-4233.
STUDENT OPINION SURVEYS
Given the technological sophistication of Georgia College students, the student opinion survey is being delivered through an online process. Your constructive feedback plays an indispensable role in shaping quality education at Georgia College. All responses are completely confidential and your name is not stored with your responses in any way. In addition, instructors will not see any results of the opinion survey until after final grades are submitted to the University. An invitation to complete the online opinion survey is distributed to students near the end of the semester. Your participation in this very important process is greatly appreciated.
FIRE DRILL PROCEDURE
Fire
drills will be conducted annually. In the event of a fire alarm, students will
exit the building in a quick and orderly manner through the nearest hallway
exit. Learn the floor plan and exits of the building. Do not use elevators. If
you encounter heavy smoke, crawl on the floor so as to
gain fresh air. Assist disabled persons and others if possible without
endangering your own life. Assemble for a head count on the front lawn of main
campus or other designated assembly area.
RELIGIOUS OBSERVANCE POLICY
Students are permitted to miss class in observance of religious holidays and other activities observed by a religious group of which the student is a member without academic penalty. Exercising of one’s rights under this policy is subject to the GC Honor Code. Students who miss class in observance of a religious holiday or event are required to make up the coursework missed as a result from the absence. The nature of the make-up assignments and the deadline for completion of such assignments are at the sole discretion of the instructor. Providing verifiable proof of the religious affiliation and activities are at the sole discretion of the instructor as well. Failure to follow the prescribed procedures voids all student rights under this policy.
COVID-19
Syllabus Statement-Fall 2020
Georgia College is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy learning
environment for all students, faculty, and staff. Encompassed in our campus values of Reason, Respect, and Responsibility is the
expectation that every member of the university community will follow specific guidelines to ensure the
health and safety of everyone on campus.
Consistent
with CDC and State of Georgia guidelines and directives from the University
System of Georgia, Georgia College requires masks in all Georgia College indoor facilities and in outdoor
campus areas where social distancing is not possible. In our modified
face-to-face learning environment, you will be socially-distanced in
assigned seats and wear the required CDC-approved face coverings. Face
coverings will be used in addition to social distancing.
Below
are additional considerations to mitigate the spread of COVID-19:
·
All
classrooms have been evaluated and arranged to achieve the required social
distancing guidelines. Students should
not move the furniture since that will disrupt our institutional plan for
health and safety.
·
Everyone
must follow proper social distancing and personal hygiene measures. This
includes: maintaining at least 6 feet of spatial distancing from others,
washing your hands frequently for at
least 20 seconds, utilizing hand sanitizer, covering your cough and sneeze with a tissue or the inside of your
elbow, and avoiding close contact and congested areas without face masks. Anyone not using a
face covering when required will be asked to wear one or must leave the area.
·
Avoid
congregating in commonly trafficked areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and
common spaces to reduce people density at any given time.
·
Exit
the classrooms in an orderly and physically-distanced manner as soon as class
ends so that entering faculty members and students have adequate time to
prepare their work space (sanitizing if they desire) for the next class. Exiting the classroom and/or building in a
manner that promotes physical distancing is important to avoid crowding.
·
If
you are feeling sick, please do not attend classes. Consult Student Health
Services or visit your doctor. Please
notify your professor prior to missing class. Faculty members will work with you to receive the necessary course
content and assessments.
GC Keeps Learning: To help students adapt to the
changing learning environment, Georgia College has developed a website of
resources, tips, virtual tools, and access to help. Included in this site
are tutorials for GeorgiaVIEW, area access to Wi-Fi,
academic support tools, and tips for online learning (https://www.gcsu.edu/gckeepslearning).
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Dorman, as well as changes to the academic calendar, information about
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latest message sent to students, faculty, and staff. (https://www.gcsu.edu/return).