Discrete Mathematics, etc. for Technology degree

This is the best strategy. Personally, I highly recommend the Schaum's Outline on Discrete Math.

BTW, my guess is that for most online discrete math courses, whether you have taken the prereqs or not is usually not confirmed prior to registration.

A list of DL math courses, including discrete math:

http://www.degreeinfo.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=252464#post252464

 

Daniel, thanks for the info.

I've noticed you're studying for CIS. Are you taking the cores at Excelsior or you're
mixing it up?

 

I have taken only 2 courses at Excelsior: Database Management Systems and Data Communications. A few years ago, I took some of the ICCP exams but only passed 2 of the them (Microcomptuers and Systems Engineering). For my remaining core course requirements I am taking the GRE for Computer Science (for the second time) in December.

(BTW, I don't recommend the GRE for Computer Science to anyone unless you have 6+ months of study time on your hands. The ICCP exams are, relatively speaking, a lot easier.)

 

I've been contemplating studying some ICCP courses. Also, I was toying with the ideal of taking the GRE in April.

My problem right now is trying very hard to finish up the Cleps by the end of the year. My brain sometimes doesn't want to work with me.

My strategy is to finish up the Cleps and the Dantes first. Then I will focus on the cores.

 

I have to agree with you on this statement. The GRE is a tough test. The ICCP is a lot eaiser in comparison to it.

 

I was advised by the advisor at Excelsior to take the ICCP tests.

As a matter of fact, the advisor is strongly discouraging me from taking the GRE. I guess it look like the majority win.

Although, I am not ready to study for the ICCP tests. I'm curious as which one should I study first?

 

I'm not worried about them confirming prerequisites. I'm sure most schools will allow you to enroll since they get paid whether you pass or fail.
I just don't want to waste my time and money enrolling if the classes are taught at a level requiring you to have the math background of all those prerequisite courses.

 

I just saw this link:

http://sln.suny.edu/sln/public/slncatalog.nsf/22b54b2e8d206295852571ed006157ba/85256da6005c5463852571d800508558?OpenDocument

It says the prerequisite is "any math course."

That is vague. I wonder if that means any math course above some level or any math course they offer through their school.

I'd like to know what level level of math knowledge they are assuming you are enrolling with.

It looks pricey at $442 per unit and Discrete Math is a 4 unit course.
It would save a lot of time though if they teach you "from scratch" saving me from a lot of prep courses unless they require to take another math course at their school before enrolling in discrete math.

 

I checked the URL you provided and under prerequisites there is nothing. If you have high school algebra you should be able to handle discrete mathematics.

 

When you click the additional link to course description it says


"Prerequisite: any math course."

I had high school algebra, but I've forgotten it, so it's as if I never took it at this point.
Maybe an algebra refresher would be enough to be able to be ready to pass discrete math at this school.

Most other schools I looked at required/recommended at least College Algebra as preparation and College Algebra itself has another list of other prerequisites.

 

I think if you study the Clep College Algebra test (2-3 weeks) you may be able to pass it and qualify for the prerequisites. At the same time you could refreshed your memory.

 

I just finished Discete Math at Excelsior. I took it through Exe because even though it was more expensive, I suck at math and can't really do algebra so I wanted to have an actual 'teacher' if I got into trouble.

My advice: jump in and read the text well, do ALL the assignments, and get through the class. Terrible algebra skills cost me, but I still passed because most of the material is conceptual and doesn't really use algebra. The instructor helped me out a bit, and I made it through. Next step, DSST Statistics and my math requirement is done!