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Welcome to �Discrete Mathematics!

Mr. Maruschak

Period 4

Room 161

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What is Discrete Math?

  • Discrete Mathematics is not the same as Discreet Mathematics!!!!!
  • Discrete Mathematics versus Continuous Mathematics
    • If I could possibly use every single real number without missing any, then the math you are studying is CONTINUOUS.
      • Algebra
      • Trigonometry
      • Calculus
      • Some Statistical Work
    • If your intention is to restrict to just positive integers or just rational numbers, then the math your are studying is DISCRETE.

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Taken from Discrete Mathematics Through Applications (Second Edition), Crisler, Fisher and Froelich, WH Freeman and Company, 2000.

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What is Discrete Math?

  • Application Based
  • Not always dependent on complex algebraic procedures.
  • Not old, most of the material we will cover was discovered in the last century or even the last decade!
  • Mirrors a liberal arts college math course for Non-Math Majors.

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What is Discrete Math?

  • Management Science
    • How can a mailman determine a route to use when delivering his packages?
    • How is that problem different from the determining the route for plowing the roads after a bad snow storm?
    • How can I determine a schedule for several interdependent parts of a large task?
    • How can I work “Connect the Dots” into a serious math course?

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What is Discrete Math?

  • The Mathematics of Social Choice
    • Is it possible to run a fair election if everyone has an equal say?
    • What does “fair” mean in the first place?
    • If not everyone has an equal say, can we measure someone’s relative power?
    • If I have stuff to give out, is there a fair way for me to determine who gets what?

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Grading Practices

  • Homework or classwork problems.
  • Quizzes or Projects
  • A traditional FINAL EXAM
    • Not subject to Exemption Policy

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What do the students have to bring to class?

  • Textbook
  • Discrete Math Notebook
    • Exam is open notebook
  • Writing Implements (I prefer pencils!)
  • A graphing calculator (TI 83/84)
    • Necessary for Prob/Stat too!
  • Completed Homework uploaded to Google Classroom

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Class Policies

  • Be respectful of all members of the class.
  • Please do not be disruptive if you have food or a drink!
  • No music during class.
  • No computer usage outside of class activities.
  • Speak only in turn.
  • Be on time or come with a pass!

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Where in the world is �Mr. M. Maruschak?

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How do I contact Mr. Maruschak?

  • E-mail
    • mmaruschak@westfieldnjk12.org
  • Website

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