An Introduction to Discrete Mathematics, Formal System Specification, and Z (Paperback)

D.C. Ince

ISBN 10: 0198538367 / ISBN 13: 9780198538363

Published by Oxford University Press, Oxford, 1993

About this Item

Paperback. 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 designand 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. Throughoutthe book are numerous worked examples and exercises which include many real examples of software and computer systems. A second edition of the textbook originally published in 1988. It is an introduction to the theory and practice of formal specification. The new edition meets criticisms of the first by concentrating more on Z, including two completely new chapters on small Z examples and design in Z. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: An Introduction to Discrete Mathematics, Formal System Specification, and Z (Paperback)
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, Oxford
• Publication Date: 1993
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0198538367
• ISBN 13: 9780198538363
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: new

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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.

About the Author

D. C. Ince is at The Open University.