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CS 508 — Modern Topics in Theoretical Computer Science
(dt. Moderne Methoden der theoretischen Informatik)

Level, degree of commitment Specialization module, compulsory elective module
Forms of teaching and learning,
workload		 Lecture (4 SWS), recitation class (2 SWS),
270 hours (90 h attendance, 180 h private study)
Credit points,
formal requirements		 9 CP
Course requirement(s): Successful completion of at least 50 percent of the points from the weekly exercises as well as at least 2 presentations of the tasks.
Examination type: Oral or written examination
Language,
Grading		 German,
The grading is done with 0 to 15 points according to the examination regulations for the degree program M.Sc. Computer Science.
Duration,
frequency		 One semester,
irregular
Person in charge of the module's outline Prof. Dr. H.-Peter Gumm, Prof. Dr. Rita Loogen

Contents

Contents of the newer research from the area of system development are treated. The special technical orientation of the module is determined by the lecturer.


Qualification Goals

The aim of the module is the communication of new research results from current scientific contributions in national and international journals as well as from conferences in the field of theoretical computer science. In addition, scientific working methods (recognizing, formulating, solving problems, training abstraction) are practiced and oral communication skills are trained in the exercises by practicing free speech in front of an audience and during discussion.


Prerequisites

None.


Applicability

Module imported from M.Sc. Computer Science.

It can be attended at FB12 in study program(s)

  • B.Sc. Computer Science
  • M.Sc. Computer Science
  • M.Sc. Mathematics

When studying M.Sc. Mathematics, this module can be attended in the study area Minor subject Computer Science.


Recommended Reading

  • Depending on thematic focus.



Please note:

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