Discrete Mathematics Online College Course

UND's discrete math online course includes topics on proof by induction, modular arithmetic, introductory graph theory, and propositional and predicate logic. 

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Math 208: Discrete Mathematics
Prerequisites:
MATH103: College Algebra or MATH107: Precalculus  or Math Placement Exam score  
Credits:
3
Format:
Online - Self-Paced Enroll Anytime
EST. time to complete:
3 to 9 Months
Cost:
$342.16 per credit (no fees)

Why take Discrete Mathematics online?

Discrete mathematics covers a wide range of topics that are particularly important to the areas of computer science and mathematics. There are far too many topics included in the area known as discrete mathematics to be covered in a single semester. This online course gives some highlights of the subject—highlights which will appear repeatedly in future computer science and mathematics courses. 

The main topics to be covered are:

  • symbolic logic
  • set theory
  • relations
  • functions
  • proofs by induction
  • recurrence relations
  • counting techniques 

Discrete mathematics has a well-deserved reputation as one of the more challenging 200-level mathematics courses, so be prepared to work hard! 

Part of the reason discrete mathematics is difficult is that it has a significantly different flavor than the mathematics classes you have taken prior to this course. Unlike college algebra, learning about the concepts and point of view of discrete mathematics is at least as important as mastering various computational techniques. 

The methods used to describe and solve problems in discrete mathematics are as varied as the topics. You will learn about permutations, combinations, inclusion-exclusion counting, characteristic polynomials for recurrences, rules of logical and methods of doing proofs, and properties of sets, and other tidbits along the way. 

Besides vocabulary and methods, another central goal of discrete mathematics is learning to read and construct proofs, particularly writing proofs using the method of induction. Induction is certainly one of the basic tools of both computer science and mathematics. You might find learning to read and do proofs will be the greatest challenge in this online course.

What is required to take this online course?

None. All materials are included in the course

How long will it take to complete the Discrete Mathematics course?

You have 3 to 9 months from your enrollment date to complete:

For students living outside of the United States, exams conducted in other countries must be administered ONLY at an English-speaking testing center or learning center.

How will the Discrete Mathematics course appear on my transcript?

You may enroll at any time and have up to 9 months to complete your course, or you may be able to complete in as little as 3 months. The credits you earn will be recorded on your transcript in the semester you register. Keep in mind, UND can only verify your enrollment for the semester in which the course is registered and recorded on your transcript.

Why choose the University of North Dakota?

Here are a few reasons why you should take an online enroll anytime course at UND:

  • Great customer service – Our registration team is ready to answer questions quickly so you can focus on your coursework.
  • Affordable - UND's enroll anytime courses are priced at North Dakota's affordable, in-state tuition rate.
  • Accredited - UND is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
  • Easily transfer credits from UND - The transfer of credits is always at the discretion of the institution to which the credits are being transferred. In general, credits from schools/universities that are regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission transfer to other regionally accredited institutions. Enroll anytime courses appear on your UND transcript in the same way as on-campus and online semester-based courses appear.

Enroll-anytime courses allow you to complete the course at your own pace. Some students thrive in this environment, while other students may struggle setting their own deadlines. If you have successfully taken an independent study or correspondence course previously, UND’s enroll anytime courses may be right for you.  Still not sure? Take this online quiz to help determine if enroll anytime courses are the right fit for you.

*Course information, including tuition, technology requirements, textbooks, lessons and exams is subject to change without notice.