Mathematics for A level computer science CY211 / A18

Start date
21 Nov 18
Duration
2 Days
Location
National STEM Learning Centre, University of York, York YO10 5DD How to find us

Summary

The mathematical content in A level computer science is challenging, and your students may not encounter it elsewhere. To help you meet the needs of your students, this CPD covers computing-specific maths to a considerable depth through a series of linked sessions.

From number bases through to fractional binary numbers, you will build your level of understanding and confidence. Logic gates, Boolean algebra, vectors, graphs and context-free languages are all fully explained by experienced mathematics and computing teachers. You will take away many valuable resources and activity ideas to enrich your lessons.

This is a residential course, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.

Outcomes

You will be able to:

  • become confident in using and converting between different number bases including decimal, binary and hexadecimal
  • learn about number data types, how errors occur in the storage of numerical data, and how fixed and floating point errors arise
  • use Boolean algebra and apply it to logic gates
  • teach functions and mapping between domains
  • define and apply encryption using ciphers, and be able to compare their relative levels of security

Sessions

DateTimeLocation
Mathematics for A level computer science - day 121 November 201809:45-19:00National STEM Centre
Mathematics for A level computer science - day 222 November 201809:00-15:00National STEM Centre

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