2024 - 2025 MCPS High School Course Bulletin

MAT2053 Discrete Math

0.5 credit per semester

Students learn the mathematical tools, language, and thought processes used in computer science. The analysis of finite collections of objects provides a solid foundation in set and graph theory. Students study combinations, countability, and number theory to establish the framework for analysis of data structures. Matrices and matrix algebra are studied to describe and manipulate graphs.

Prerequisite: Magnet Precalculus or Functions and Analysis of Algorithms or AP Computer Science
Grade Level: 9 - 10 - 11 - 12
No repeats for credit

Special Program or Cluster Designations:

• Montgomery Blair HS Science/Math/Computer Science Magnet - Mathematics
• Poolesville HS Whole-School Magnet - Science, Mathematics & Computer Science House

Additional Course Information:

• Certificate of Merit (CM)
• Advanced-Level
• National Collegiate Athletic Association Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse (NCAA/IEC)