Syllabus
Course Logistics
Class Schedule
Tuesday and Thursday, 3:00 PM - 4:20 PM MST
Location: Texas Western Hall (TWHC) 312
Delivery
In person with coordinated tools for communication and learning.
- MS Teams (primary communication)
- OneNote (class notes and file sharing)
- Zybooks (textbook homework)
- Gradescope (graded work)
Instructor and Assistant
| Role | Name | Drop-in Hours | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | Dr. Mohammad Saidur Rahman | Mon 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM MST | CCSB 3.0420 |
| Teaching Assistant | Jacob Luna | Tue 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Tue 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM, Thu 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM | CCSB 1.0702 |
Office hours are held in person unless otherwise communicated. Students can also reach the instructor via MS Teams for scheduled meetings.
Required Textbooks
Zybooks
Discrete Structures, Zybooks
Subscription required through Zybooks.
Open Textbook
Connecting Discrete Mathematics and Computer Science, David Liben-Nowell
Grading Breakdown
| Component | Weight |
|---|---|
| Active Participation and Professionalism | 10% |
| Homework and In-Class Assignments | 50% |
| Exams and Quizzes | 40% |
Grades are tracked in Zybooks (homework) and Gradescope (quizzes and final exam). Students should monitor grades and review feedback regularly.
Course Policy Modifications
The instructor reserves the right to modify the syllabus, assignments, labs, or grading criteria to improve learning or address unforeseen circumstances. Any changes will be communicated promptly through official channels.