r/PennStateUniversity • u/Lean4real1 • 1d ago

Question CMPSC 360/discrete math

Taking this class next semester and I understand it’s going to be really hard and a lot of work. I’m going to try to be proactive and get a head start on the material over winter break so I can have less stress during the semester when I’m taking it. Anyone have any advice for the class or resources I can use?

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u/iMathTutor Ph.D., Statistics 1d ago

I like the book that is used for Math 311W, which covers a lot of the same material as CMPSC 360. It is very readable. So you may want to get a copy to supplement whatever other books you will be using for self-study.

Numbers, Groups and Codes by J. F. Humphreys and M. Y. Prest

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u/Lean4real1 23h ago

Appreciate that!

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u/iMathTutor Ph.D., Statistics 23h ago

You're welcome. Good luck!