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Record Nr.

UNINA9910647399603321

Autore

Vince John

Titolo

Foundation Mathematics for Computer Science : A Visual Approach / / by John Vince

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Cham : , : Springer International Publishing : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2023

ISBN

9783031174117

9783031174100

Edizione

[3rd ed. 2023.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (519 pages)

Disciplina

004.0151

Soggetti

Computer science—Mathematics

Computer graphics

Mathematics of Computing

Computer Graphics

Mathematical Applications in Computer Science

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Includes index.

Nota di contenuto

1.Visual Mathematics -- 2.Numbers -- 3.Systems of Counting -- 4.Algebra -- 5.Logic -- 6.Combinatorics -- 7.Probability -- 8.Modular Arithmetic -- 9.Trigonometry -- 10.Coordinate Systems -- 11.Determinants -- 12.Vectors -- 13.Complex Numbers -- 14.Matrices -- 15.Geometric Matrix Transforms -- 16.Calculus: Derivatives -- 17.Calculus: Integration -- 18.Area -- 19.Volume -- Appendix A -- Appendix B -- Index.

Sommario/riassunto

In this third edition of Foundation Mathematics for Computer Science, John Vince has reviewed and edited the second edition, and added chapters on systems of counting, area and volume. These subjects complement the existing chapters on visual mathematics, numbers, algebra, logic, combinatorics, probability, modular arithmetic, trigonometry, coordinate systems, determinants, vectors, complex numbers, matrices, geometric matrix transforms, differential and integral calculus. During this journey, the author touches upon more esoteric topics such as quaternions, octonions, Grassmann algebra, Barrycentric coordinates, transfinite sets and prime numbers. John



Vince describes a range of mathematical topics that provide a solid foundation for an undergraduate course in computer science, starting with a review of number systems and their relevance to digital computers, and finishing with calculating area and volume using calculus. Readers will find that the author’s visual approach should greatly improve their understanding as to why certain mathematical structures exist, together with how they are used in real-world applications. This third edition includes new, full-colour illustrations to clarify the mathematical descriptions, and in some cases, equations are also coloured to reveal vital algebraic patterns. The numerous worked examples will help consolidate the understanding of abstract mathematical concepts. Whether you intend to pursue a career in programming, scientific visualisation, artificial intelligence, systems design, or real-time computing, you should find the author’s literary style refreshingly lucid and engaging, and prepare you for more advanced texts.