Discrete Mathematics
Learn about the fundamentals of discrete mathematics which are essential for computer science students, and create a strong foundation when it comes to logical.
Online
12 Weeks
Free Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
Discrete Mathematics is known as the language of computer science. Learning discrete mathematics is going to be useful in many fields like data science, software engineering and machine learning.
In this course, students will be solving math puzzles with proofs and their explanations to understand the concept of Discrete Mathematics thoroughly. The concepts of discrete mathematics today are used in various ways to understand different scenarios and the problems in all branches of computer science, such as programming languages, automated theorem proving, software development, computer algorithms and cryptography.
Swayam Discrete Mathematics Course is designed in a way to make sure students learn the concept of discrete mathematics in a fun way so they can understand its applications easily.
Students don't need to have any prerequisites for this course, just a basic understanding of high school level algebra and arithmetic is required.
The Highlights
- An online forum for discussing doubts
- Study material can be downloaded/printed
- Transferable credit system
- Government-approved certificates
- 100% online course pedagogy
- In-person certification exam
- Regular assessments
- MHRD recognized courses
- Use multimedia learning tools & technology
Programme Offerings
- Free course material
- Government-provided Certification
- Online discussion forum
- practice tests
- 100% Online Course Provider
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 1000 | yes | IIT Gandhinagar (IIT GN)IIT Ropar (IIT-RPR) |
The course if free but there is exam fees of Rs. 1,000.
| Head | Amount |
| Course Fees | NIL |
| Exam Fees | Rs. 1,000 |
Eligibility Criteria
There are no prerequisites for taking this course however high school level arithmetic and algebra knowledge is required. Furthermore, if you are someone who has some basic knowledge of computing logic, it would be great.
What you will learn
After completing this course, learners will have thorough practical knowledge about the fundamentals of discrete mathematics. Some of the concepts they will delve deep into are as follows:
- Counting
- Logic
- Set Theory
- Graph Theory - 01
- Relations
- Functions
- Advanced Topics
- Principle of Inclusion-Exclusion
- Principle
- Graph Theory - 02
- Graph Theory - 03 and Generating Functions
- Recurrence relations
- Mathematical Induction and Pigeonhole
Who it is for
This course is meant for any learner who is interested to learn. Basic algebra and arithmetic knowledge is required to take this course. This course comes under the Computer Science and Engineering category and is suited for the following people -
- IT professionals
- Computer Scientists
- Cybersecurity researchers
Admission Details
The course material on SWAYAM is free of cost, which means students can enroll in the course and learn from any part of the world. An application form needs to be filled if students are willing to receive a certificate which they will get after the examination.
Application Details
Students need to register their accounts and fill in the course application form to register for the certification examination which will be conducted by Swayam on 20th December 2020. Students can pick a centre while filling the application form.
Step 1: Go to the Swayam website
Step 2: Login using your social credentials or through your SWAYAM account
Step 3: Mention all your details such as name, residence, state, a city among others if you are a new user
Step 4: Go to the course library
Step 5: Check the courses list and choose whichever you want to enroll in
Step 6: Go to the course page, click ‘Join’ to enroll in the course
Step 7: Select the state/exam centre - where you get at least 4 options
Step 8: Add to cart
Step 9: Checkout and make the payment
Step 10: Access the course material.
The Syllabus
Evaluation process
Learners need to register for an in-person exam which will be conducted by Swayam after students have completed the course at their designated Centre to get a Certificate for their course. The Certification fee is priced at 1000 Indian Rupees only.
Instructors
IIT Gandhinagar (IIT GN) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Swayam is India’s first e-learning, MOOC platform that provides you access to some of the most advanced courses in the fields of IT, Science, Healthcare, Linguistics, Entrepreneurship and Arts. The biggest advantage of this platform is the availability of 100% free courses.
This is a Government Certified Course where instructors are from the best technical institute of the country, Prof. Sudarshan Iyengar from IIT Ropar and Prof. Neeldhara from IIT Gandhinagar. Having a Certificate from this university is going to help in achieving various career goals.
Students need to appear in the Certificate examination organised by Swayam and score the required percentage of marks in the same. The examination fee is Rs. 1000 and is an in-person exam at their designated centres.
Yes, Universities if want can use Swayam examination scores in their student credentials as the Certificate is MHRD approved.
Students will need to pass the Certificate examination, a post that they will be awarded the e-certificate.
Yes, the course is 100 percent online only the Certificate examination is offline where students will need to appear at their designated centre.
Prof. Sudarshan Iyengar from IIT Ropar and Prof. Neeldhara from IIT Gandhinagar is the assigned instructors of this course.
There is no financial aid/scholarship available, as this course is free of cost on Swayam. Students only need to pay if they want a Certificate.
The duration of this course is 12 weeks.