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This entry is from Winter semester 2020/21 and might be obsolete. No current equivalent could be found.
CS 508 — Modern Topics in Theoretical Computer Science
(dt. Moderne Methoden der theoretischen Informatik)
Level, degree of commitment | Specialization module, depends on importing study program |
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. |
Origin | 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
The module can be attended at FB12 in study program(s)
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- M.Sc. Computer Science
- M.Sc. Mathematics
When studying M.Sc. Computer Science, this module can be attended in the study area Specialization Modules in Computer Science.
The module can also be used in other study programs (export module).
The module is assigned to Theoretical Computer Science. Further information on eligibility can be found in the description of the study area.
Recommended Reading
- Depending on thematic focus.
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