Foundation Mathematics

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MATHEMATICS : MATHEMATICS FOR SCIENTISTS AND ENGINEERS

Foundation Mathematics K.A. Stroud and Dexter J. Booth K.A. STROUD, formerly Principal Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics at Coventry University, UK. He is also the author of Engineering Mathematics and Advanced Engineering Mathematics. DEXTER J. BOOTH, formerly Principal Lecturer in the School of Computing and Engineering at the University of Huddersfield, UK. He is the author of several mathematics textbooks and is co-author of Engineering Mathematics and Advanced Engineering Mathematics.

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Paperback

Apr 2009 £32.99 752 pp

978-0-230-57907-1

246x189mm

CONTENTS Arithmetic Introduction to Algebra Expressions and Equations Graphs Linear Equations Polynomial Equations Partial Fractions Trigonometry Functions Matrices Vectors Binomial Series Sets Probability Statistics Regression and Correlation Introduction to Differentiation Partial Differentiation Integration

A complete entry level mathematics book based on the phenomenally successful approach of the bestselling Engineering Mathematics by the same authors. This book is designed to help students embarking on a wide range of higer education courses to improve their mathematics to the required standard.

Selling Points The bestselling mathematics title now with broader appeal beyond just engineering and science, and at the Foundation level • • • •

Best-selling authors with huge word-of-mouth appeal Phenomenally successful 'programmed' approach which provides more opportunity for mathematics practice than any other book available! (sales of Engineering Mathematics have exceeded half a million copies) Big trade brand with a high profile marketing campaign including campus calling, direct mail and advertising in the THES Foundation level/degree coverage: offers a great fit to introductory maths courses for students of ALL disciplines and ideal for self-study

Who will buy this book? Pre university and 1st year undergraduates in all disciplines where mathematics needs to be raised to roughly A level standard; self-study for A level students needing back-up.

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MATHEMATICS : COMPUTER MATHEMATICS

Discrete Mathematics for Computing 3rd Revised Edition

Dr Peter Grossman PETER GROSSMAN has worked in both academic and industrial roles as a mathematician and computing professional. As a lecturer in mathematics, he was responsible for coordinating and developing of mathematics courses for Computer Science students. He is based in Australia and currently works in industry, in the areas of mathematical modelling and software development.

About the book Paperback

Dec 2008 £26.99 328 pp

978-0-230-21611-2

246x189mm

CONTENTS List of symbols Introduction to Algorithms Bases and Number Representation Computer Representation and Arithmetic Logic Sets and Relations Functions Induction and Recursion Boolean Algebra and Digital Circuits Combinatorics Introduction to Graph Theory Trees Number Theory Algorithms and Computational Complexity

Written especially for students with a modest mathematical background, this text introduces discrete mathematics at a gentle pace, and with an informal style, but without compromising the need for correct methodology. The new edition includes an expanded section on encryption, additional examples and many more exercises.

Selling Points The essential mathematics needed for computing, presented for students with a modest mathematics background • • • •

Short, manageable text Assumes little maths background Plenty of examples and exercises Covers all the essential material

Who will buy this book? The main market for this text is first or second year undergraduates a taking module on Discrete Mathematics as part of a course in Computing or Information Systems Previous Edition ISBN 978-0-333-98111-5