What areas of maths are required by Computer Science?

What areas of maths are required by Computer Science?


I'm beginning a course in Computer Science soon and have been advised to 'brush up on my mathematics'. From reading through some Computer Science textbooks I'm guessing that powers, algebra, standard index form, radixes and the binary and hexidecimal numbering systems will be handy to know about before I begin, but what other aspect of maths do you think would be useful to me or essential for the course? Cheers.

What areas of maths are required by Computer Science?
Hi


The main thing is to learn the methods involved with solving mathematical problems. If, for example, you are given a maths problem then you will dig into your mathematical toolbox to bring out the best tool to fix the problem. So the more tools you have the easier it is to solve a problem.


It is almost equally important to understand that solving mathematical problems is all about the method and the steps you take. That is why teachers say show your working when you solve a problem. usually 4 out of 5 points are given to the method rather than the end answer.


Method is important in computer science because when you develop software or a computer system you have to logically think through the steps that must be taken to solve the problem.





There is a really old book called "how to solve it". It was written by "G Polya" ISBN 0-14-012499-3 He offers a set of strategies for solving mathematical problems. You can probably find the book in your library.





Good luck with your career in computer science. My advise is that if you want to earn the big bucks get involved with computer science/mathematics related to the financial markets.