Courses & Units
Advanced Topics in Discrete Mathematics KMA456
Introduction
Discrete mathematics is an important part of every mathematician's armoury: from simple counting, recurrence relations and more advanced combinatorics to graph theory and network analysis: anywhere there are discrete objects and structures, their enumeration and analysis is the domain of discrete mathematics.
This Honours-level unit is offered subject to student numbers with contributions from a range of staff. Topics may vary from year to year depending on student interests and staff availability, but will typically be a selection of major results from combinatorics and graph theory, with applications.
This is an optional unit for students enrolled in Honours Mathematics, Statistics, or Physics, or by permission of the Unit Coordinator.
Summary
| Unit name | Advanced Topics in Discrete Mathematics |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KMA456 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences |
| Discipline | Mathematics |
| Coordinator | Professor Michael Charleston |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 11/7/2022 | 9/8/2022 | 29/8/2022 | 16/10/2022 |
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2022 | 22/3/2022 | 11/4/2022 | 29/5/2022 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain, and reproduce, proofs of major results in discrete mathematics.
- Characterise and enumerate abstract mathematical structures using advanced methods from discrete mathematics.
- Select and apply advanced results from discrete mathematics to solve real-world problems.
- Clearly communicate concepts and results from discrete mathematics using appropriate language, notation, and diagrams, to an audience of peers.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 010101 | $498.00 | $498.00 | not applicable | $2,402.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 3 x 1-hr lecture/tutorial weekly |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Test 1 (15%)|Test 2 (15%)|Assignment (multiple) (60%)|Presentation (10%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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