An Introduction to Discrete Mathematics, Formal System Specification, and Z (Oxford Applied Mathematics & Computing Science S.) - Hardcover

Ince

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0198538375 ISBN 13: 9780198538370

Publisher: Clarendon Press, 1993

Synopsis

Formal specification is the name given to the use of discrete mathematics in computer science for describing the function of both hardware and software systems. Poor specification often gives rise to severe problems in software and hardware installation. This textbook is an introduction to both the theory and practice of formal specification, and this new edition includes two new chapters on Z, one giving a number of small examples in Z, the other covering design and Z. Prerequisites in this edition have been kept to a minimum since Professor Ince is at pains to develop the techniques of requirement analysis and discrete mathematics that are needed. Throughout the book are numerous worked examples and exercises which include many real examples of software and computer systems.

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From the Back Cover

This textbook is an introduction to both the theory and practice of formal specification, and this new edition includes two new chapters on Z, one giving a number of small examples in Z, the other covering design and Z. Prerequisites in this edition have again been kept to a minimum since Professor Ince is at pains to develop the techniques of requirement analysis and discrete mathematics that are exercises which include many real examples of software and computer systems.

About the Author

D. C. Ince is at The Open University.

Edition details

• Publisher: Clarendon Press
• Publication date: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0198538375
• ISBN 13: 9780198538370
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 296