Author Description
This text addresses the need for a new mathematics text for careers using digital technology. The material is brought to life through several applications including the mathematics of screen and printer displays. The course, which covers binary arithmetic to Boolean algebra, is emerging throughout the country and may fill a need at your school. This unique text teaches topics such as binary fractions, hexadecimal numbers, and Venn diagrams to students with only a beginning algebra background.
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THE THESIS
This text investigates the foundational mathematical principles required for students entering careers in digital technology and computing. Authors Don Hutchison and Mark Yannotta provide a structured curriculum designed for learners who possess only a basic algebra background. The book bridges the gap between abstract mathematical theory and practical application by focusing on the specific numerical systems and logical frameworks that power modern digital hardware and software.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Binary arithmetic and binary fractions
- Hexadecimal number systems
- Boolean algebra and logic gates
- Venn diagrams and set theory
- Practical applications in screen and printer display technology
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Educators often identify this text as a useful resource for introductory technical courses that require a bridge between high school algebra and computer science fundamentals. The prose is noted for its accessibility, making complex logical concepts approachable for students without advanced mathematical training.
Page Count:
416
Publication Date:
2003-05-20
Publisher:
Pearson
ISBN-10:
0201771373
ISBN-13:
9780201771374
Mathematics
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Technology
Computer Science
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