Module code: MTH6108
Credits: 15.0
Semester: SEM2
Contact: Dr Ivan Tomasic
Prerequisite: Before taking this module you must take MTH5112 or take MTH5212
The theory of error-correcting codes uses concepts from algebra, number theory and probability to ensure accurate transmission of information through noisy communication links. Basic concepts of coding theory. Decoding and encoding. Finite fields and linear codes. Hamming codes. Parity checks. Preliminary algebra on vector spaces and finite fields will be included in the module.
Connected course(s): UDF DATA
Assessment: 100.0% Examination
Level: 6
