CSCI 170: Discrete Methods in Computer Science
Mathematical foundations of computer science and software theory. Core subjects include mathematical logic (propositional and predicate logic), set theory, proof techniques (direct proof, proof by contradiction, mathematical induction), relations and functions, discrete probability, combinatorics, Big-O algorithm analysis, graph theory, and basic number theory applications in cryptography. Essential prerequisite for advanced algorithms and systems courses.
This archive catalogs 6 free educational resources and past exams for CSCI 170 (Discrete Methods in Computer Science) at University of Southern California (USC), containing 1 midterm paper, 4 final examinations, and 1 study guide. Dated documents represent 4 distinct academic years between 2019 and 2023.
Core Exam Topics & Learning Objectives
- Fundamental programming constructs: variable typing, conditional logic, iterative loops, and modular functions in CSCI 170
- Memory models and data representations: arrays, string parsing, reference passing, and scope resolution
- Introduction to algorithmic thinking: linear/binary search, basic sorting algorithms, and recursive problem decomposition
- Software development practices: debugging methodologies, unit test assertions, and structured coding style in Discrete Methods in Computer Science
Study Resource for Discrete Methods in Computer Science
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Final Exam 2019
University of Southern California (USC) CSCI 170 Final Exam 2019
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2020
University of Southern California (USC) CSCI 170 Midterm (Exam 1) 2020
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Final Exam 2020
University of Southern California (USC) CSCI 170 Final Exam 2020
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Final Exam 2022
University of Southern California (USC) CSCI 170 Final Exam 2022
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Final Exam 2023
University of Southern California (USC) CSCI 170 Final Exam 2023
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Study Guide 10
University of Southern California (USC) CSCI 170 Study Guide 10
Assessment Inventory for CSCI 170 (6 Documents)
| Document | Format | Year | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final Exam 2023 | Final | 2023 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2022 | Final | 2022 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2020 | Midterm | 2020 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2020 | Final | 2020 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2019 | Final | 2019 | Illustrative Archive |
| Study Guide 10 | Study Guide | — | Illustrative Archive |
| Complete inventory of all 6 assessments (sorted by most recent). Select any document to inspect or use the search bar above to filter. | |||
Frequently Asked Questions
Which assessment formats are cataloged in this CSCI 170 archive?
This collection for CSCI 170 at University of Southern California (USC) catalogs 6 total resources across the following formats: Midterms, Finals, Study Guides. Each document is listed in the assessment inventory table below with its individual format tag and academic year where recorded.
What academic years are covered in this CSCI 170 collection?
Dated materials in this archive span from 2019 to 2023, representing 4 distinct academic years. Coverage varies by the records currently cataloged for this course.
How can students access these free CSCI 170 past exams?
All cataloged CSCI 170 past exams and study materials are free to request. The catalog, metadata, assessment inventory, and illustrative thumbnails are public; source documents are not shown on this page. Use the connect options to request a study resource, and confirm current course topics and grading policies with the University of Southern California (USC) course syllabus.