Mathematics I for Computing

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Course Compulsory / GPA/ Teaching and Weekly
Module Name Module Code Credits Year Semester
Classification Optional Non-GPA Learning Methods Hours
Lectures 2
Bachelor of Science Practical 0
Mathematics I 1
Honours in MA1202 2 Core GPA Year 1 Semester 1 Tutorial
for Computing Tutorials 1
Computing
Project 0
Notional Hours
Lecture Hours Practical Tutorials Project Self-Study Total Study Hours

30 - 15 - 55 100
Learning Objectives of the Courses

Key Words Learning Objective

Matrices, Series, Sequence, Statistics,probability To be knowledgeable in fundamental areas of mathematics used in Information
Technology.
Overview of the class and guidance on the study
In this module, Matrix ,Discrete, Statistics and Analysis will be discussed.
Exercises also given with the lectures to practice the applicability of each theory.
References
 Bellman, R. Introduction to Matrix Analysis, 2nd edn. McGraw-Hill, 1970
 Hogg, Robert V.; and Allen T. Craig (1994), Introduction to Mathematical Statistics (5th Edition)
Goodall, A. Mathematical Analysis I. Retrieved April 7, 2021
Background knowledge and skills required for the Study
Prerequisite subject: Foundation Mathematics
 SLQF - Categories of Learning
LO No. LO Code Learning Outcomes (LO) Outcomes
1 LO1 Apply basics of Matrices to solve equations.
2 LO2 Solve sequences, and series.
3 LO3 Apply theories of limits to find limit of a function.
4 LO4 Distinguish between different types of data.
5 LO5 Compute and interpret outputs of graphs, tables and summary statistics.
Classify the central tendency and dispersion measurements and find the values of a given data set and
6 LO6
sampling.
7 LO7 Identify the applicability of conditional probability and solve related problems.
8 LO8 Derive Bayes’ theorem and solve related problems.

Evaluation Type Final Exam In Class Assignment 1 In Class Assignment 2 Total

Learning Outcomes (LO) LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4,

LO1, LO2, LO3 LO4,LO5, LO6, LO7, LO8
LO5, LO6, LO7, LO8
Percentages for Total Evaluation 60% 20% 20% 100%
Nature of the Assessment Two hours paper with 5 One hour paper with 2or 3 One hour paper with 2or 3
Essay Questions Questions Questions
Gaining Knowledge 30 15 15 30
3 100
Thinking/Inference/Creativity 20 10 10 20
Evaluation 0 0
Collaboration and Leadership 0 0
Criteria
Presentation/Expression/Communication 0 0 0 0
Attitude and Eagerness on Study 10 5 5 10

Qualifying Mark 40% 40% 40%

Details on Syllabus
Session Study Contents LO Course Time Study Tasks (Preparation/ Reviews)
no Code Operations Duration
(Hours)
1 Matrices Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant
LO 1 Tutorial 1 week.
 Basic properties of matrices: Order of a  Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
matrix, Types of Matrices  Refer the video links and other online references
 Subtractions of matrices mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
Multiplication of matrices  Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.
2 Matrices Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant
 Transpose of Matrices LO 1 Tutorial 1 week.
 Determinants of 22 and 33 Matrices  Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
 Refer the video links and other online references
 Inverse of Matrices mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
 Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.
3 Matrices Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant
 Solving equations using Inverse LO 1 Tutorial 1 week.
Matrices.  Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
 Refer the video links and other online references
 Solving equations using Cramer’s rule. mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
 Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.

4 Sequences and Series LO 2 Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant
 Definition of sequences Tutorial 1 week.
 Arithmetic and geometric sequences  Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
 Refer the video links and other online references
mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
 Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.

5 Sequences and Series LO 2 Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant
 Definitions of series Tutorial 1 week.
 Arithmetic and geometric series  Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
Convergence and Divergence of series.  Refer the video links and other online references
mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
 Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.
6 Limits LO 3 Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant
Tutorial 1 week.
 Limits and continuity of functions  Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
 Theorems of limits.  Refer the video links and other online references
mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
 Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.
7 Introduction to Statistics Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant
 Basics of Statistics LO 4 Practical 1 week.
 Statistical Terms  Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
– Data - Qualitative, Quantitative, Discrete  Refer the video links and other online references
and Continuous mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
 Population and Sample  Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.
8 Introduction to Statistics Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant
 Graphical Representation of Data LO 5 Practical 1 week.
- Histogram  Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
- Pie Chart  Refer the video links and other online references
- Stem and Leaf mentioned in LMS in relevant week
Frequency Polygon  Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.
9 Introduction to Statistics Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant
 Tabular representation of Data LO 5 Practical 1 week.
- Cumulative frequency  Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
- Relative frequency  Refer the video links and other online references
mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
 Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.
10 Statistics Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant
 Measure of Central tendency LO 6 Practical 1 week.
 Measure of dispersion  Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
 Refer the video links and other online references
mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
 Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.
11 Statistics Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant
LO 6 Practical 1 week.
 Identify the sampling methods and  Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
making surveys.  Refer the video links and other online references
mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
 Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.

12 Introduction to Probability Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant
 Basics of Probability LO 7 Practical 1 week.
 Random Variables  Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
 Refer the video links and other online references
mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
 Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.

13 Probability Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant

 Conditional Probability LO 7 Practical 1 week.
 Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
 Refer the video links and other online references
mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
 Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.

14 Probability Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant

 Bayes theorem LO 8 Practical 1 week.
 Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
 Refer the video links and other online references
mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
 Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.
15 Revision Lecture 2  Refer the lecture materials uploaded to LMS in relevant
Tutorial 1 week.
 Read the book chapters mentioned in lecture slides.
 Refer the video links and other online references
mentioned in LMS in relevant week.
 Practice the exercises given in tutorial/lab sessions.
Practical Guideline on Goals
Guideline for Ideal Achievement Guideline for Average Achievement
1. 100% attendance for lectures/labs/tutorials 1. At least 80% attendance for lectures/labs/tutorials
2. Spend recommended time for preparation before the lecture and revise 2. Spend some time for preparation before the lecture and revise after
after the lecture (Self-study) the lecture (Self-study)
3. Clarify difficult areas from lecturer or tutor 3. Clarify difficult areas from lecturer or tutor
4. Refer all essential, other recommended books and additional materials 4. Refer at least essential books
5. Work on past papers from many years 5. Work on past papers
6. Participation for revision lectures 6. Participation for revision lectures
7. Participation for all in class assessments. 7. Participation for all in class assessments.
8. Submit assessments in standard format using clear and correct English 8. Come up with answers for all the questions
language 9. Submit completed assessments in understandable manner
9. Make sure that relevant module learning outcomes have been achieved 10. Contribution in group work
after each lesson
10. Focus on module learning outcomes mapped with each assessment before
preparation and answering
11. Maximum individual commitment in group activities
12. Use online materials in LMS and participate online forums, discussions
etc.
13. Follow all professional practices in lectures and assessments
14. Ask questions and participate to discussions in lecture room