Logic forms the backbone of computer science, providing the language and methods for precise reasoning, rigorous analysis, and formal proof. Logic and Reasoning for Computing equips learners with essential tools to represent statements, analyse arguments, and verify correctness. Across four modules—Propositional Logic, Predicate Logic, Boolean Algebra, and Proof Techniques—you will build a solid foundation in formal reasoning and connect abstract concepts directly to computing practice. You’ll explore truth tables, quantifiers, Boolean operations, and methods of proof, applying them to areas such as programming, digital circuits, and algorithm verification. By the end of this course, you’ll not only be able to reason critically and communicate arguments clearly, but also have the confidence to apply logical structures to both theoretical and practical problems in computer science.


Logic and Reasoning for Computing


Logic and Reasoning for Computing
This course is part of Essential Mathematics for Computer Science Specialization

Instructor: Omar Karakchi
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What you'll learn
Represent and evaluate statements with formal logic, building accuracy and rigour in reasoning for computing challenges.
Apply Boolean algebra to simplify logical expressions and connect symbolic reasoning to digital systems and algorithms.
Construct and verify mathematical proofs using direct proof, contradiction, and induction to confirm correctness.
Strengthen problem-solving and critical thinking skills to analyse, structure, and solve complex computational tasks.
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module you will learn about two key concepts: the definition of a proposition and an argument, and constructing the truth table of a proposition.
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11 videos5 readings6 assignments
This week you will learn about three key concepts: the definition of predicate logic; universal and existential quantifiers; and logical equivalence involving quantifiers.
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6 videos1 reading7 assignments
In tis module, you will learn about four key concepts: the definition of Boolean algebra; Boolean expressions and functions; the application of De Morgan's laws; and circuit simplification.
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6 videos2 readings6 assignments1 discussion prompt1 ungraded lab
In ths module, we will cover the following key concepts: deductive proof, proof by contradiction, description of inductive steps.
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10 videos2 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt
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