Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science and Engineering

Discrete maths for engineers and computer scientists

This beginner Coursera course, offered by BITS Pilani, presents discrete mathematics as the foundation for computer science and engineering. Its description opens with the idea that the subject is a gateway to the more advanced material in the field, which sets the tone for a course aimed at building a solid base.

Skills the course is tagged with

• Theoretical computer science, which the course ties to formal reasoning about computation.
• Applied mathematics and algorithms.
• Cryptography and data management, two areas where discrete methods show up in practice.

Who it suits

Students early in an engineering degree who want the mathematical language behind algorithms and proofs will find it a sensible start. Learners who already know set theory and logic may move through the early material quickly and spend more time on the applied topics.