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Name

Professor(s)

Meet Time

Room

CSCI-GA.1170-001
DS-GA.1170-001
(7413) Fundamental Algorithms Chee Yap W 4:55-6:55PM CIWW 109

Reviews a number of important algorithms, with emphasis on correctness and efficiency. The topics covered include solution of recurrence equations, sorting algorithms, selection, binary search trees and balanced-tree strategies, tree traversal, partitioning, graphs, spanning trees, shortest paths, connectivity, depth-first and breadth-first search, dynamic programming, and divide-and-conquer techniques.

Prerequisites: At least one year of experience with a high-level language such as Pascal, C, C++, or Java; and familiarity with recursive programming methods and with data structures (arrays, pointers, stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees).
CSCI-GA.1170-002
DS-GA.1170-002
(7414) Fundamental Algorithms Recitation TBA R 5:55-6:45PM Meyr 122 Additional information: Recitation for Section 001

Reviews a number of important algorithms, with emphasis on correctness and efficiency. The topics covered include solution of recurrence equations, sorting algorithms, selection, binary search trees and balanced-tree strategies, tree traversal, partitioning, graphs, spanning trees, shortest paths, connectivity, depth-first and breadth-first search, dynamic programming, and divide-and-conquer techniques.

Prerequisites: At least one year of experience with a high-level language such as Pascal, C, C++, or Java; and familiarity with recursive programming methods and with data structures (arrays, pointers, stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees).
CSCI-GA.1170-003
(7415) Fundamental Algorithms Recitation TBA F 4:55-5:45PM 60 Fifth Ave 150 Additional information: Recitation for Section 001

Reviews a number of important algorithms, with emphasis on correctness and efficiency. The topics covered include solution of recurrence equations, sorting algorithms, selection, binary search trees and balanced-tree strategies, tree traversal, partitioning, graphs, spanning trees, shortest paths, connectivity, depth-first and breadth-first search, dynamic programming, and divide-and-conquer techniques.

Prerequisites: At least one year of experience with a high-level language such as Pascal, C, C++, or Java; and familiarity with recursive programming methods and with data structures (arrays, pointers, stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees).
CSCI-GA.1170-004
(7416) Fundamental Algorithms Yevgeniy Dodis T 4:55-6:55PM CIWW 312

Reviews a number of important algorithms, with emphasis on correctness and efficiency. The topics covered include solution of recurrence equations, sorting algorithms, selection, binary search trees and balanced-tree strategies, tree traversal, partitioning, graphs, spanning trees, shortest paths, connectivity, depth-first and breadth-first search, dynamic programming, and divide-and-conquer techniques.

Prerequisites: At least one year of experience with a high-level language such as Pascal, C, C++, or Java; and familiarity with recursive programming methods and with data structures (arrays, pointers, stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees).
CSCI-GA.1170-005
(7417) Fundamental Algorithms Recitation TBA R 3:45-4:35PM 12WP L113 Additional information: Recitation for Section 004

Reviews a number of important algorithms, with emphasis on correctness and efficiency. The topics covered include solution of recurrence equations, sorting algorithms, selection, binary search trees and balanced-tree strategies, tree traversal, partitioning, graphs, spanning trees, shortest paths, connectivity, depth-first and breadth-first search, dynamic programming, and divide-and-conquer techniques.

Prerequisites: At least one year of experience with a high-level language such as Pascal, C, C++, or Java; and familiarity with recursive programming methods and with data structures (arrays, pointers, stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees).
CSCI-GA.1180-001
(7418) Mathematical Techniques For CS Applications Parijat Dube R 7:10-9:10PM CIWW 101

An introduction to theory, computational techniques, and applications of linear algebra, probability and statistics. These three areas of continuous mathematics are critical in many parts of computer science, including machine learning, scientific computing, computer vision, computational biology, natural language processing, and computer graphics. The course teaches a specialized language for mathematical computation, such as Matlab, and discusses how the language can be used for computation and for graphical output. No prior knowledge of linear algebra, probability, or statistics is assumed.
CSCI-GA.2110-001
(7419) Programming Languages Cory Plock M 4:55-6:55PM CIWW 109

Discusses the design, use, and implementation of imperative, object-oriented, and functional programming languages. The topics covered include scoping, type systems, control structures, functions, modules, object orientation, exception handling, and concurrency. A variety of languages are studied, including C++, Java, Ada, Lisp, and ML, and concepts are reinforced by programming exercises.

Prerequisites: Students taking this class should already have substantial programming experience.
CSCI-GA.2110-002
(7420) Programming Languages Recitation TBA R 7:10-8:00PM 60 Fifth Ave 150 Additional information: Recitation for Section 001

Discusses the design, use, and implementation of imperative, object-oriented, and functional programming languages. The topics covered include scoping, type systems, control structures, functions, modules, object orientation, exception handling, and concurrency. A variety of languages are studied, including C++, Java, Ada, Lisp, and ML, and concepts are reinforced by programming exercises.

Prerequisites: Students taking this class should already have substantial programming experience.
CSCI-GA.2110-003
(7421) Programming Languages Recitation TBA F 11:15-12:05PM Silv 405 Additional information: Recitation for Section 001

Discusses the design, use, and implementation of imperative, object-oriented, and functional programming languages. The topics covered include scoping, type systems, control structures, functions, modules, object orientation, exception handling, and concurrency. A variety of languages are studied, including C++, Java, Ada, Lisp, and ML, and concepts are reinforced by programming exercises.

Prerequisites: Students taking this class should already have substantial programming experience.
CSCI-GA.2130-001
(7422) Compiler Construction Sam Westrick M 10:15-12:15PM GCASL 388
This is a capstone course based on compilers and modern programming languages. The topics covered include structure of one-pass and multiple-pass compilers; symbol table management; lexical analysis; traditional and automated parsing techniques, including recursive descent and LR parsing; syntax-directed translation and semantic analysis; run-time storage management; intermediate code generation; introduction to optimization; and code generation. The course includes a special compiler-related capstone project, which ties together concepts of algorithms, theory (formal languages), programming languages, software engineering, computer architecture, and other subjects covered in the MS curriculum. This project requires a substantial semester-long programming effort, such as construction of a language compilation or translation system that includes lexical and syntactic analyzers, a type checker, and a code generator.

Prerequisites: CSCI-GA 1170, CSCI-GA 2110, and CSCI-GA 2250.
CSCI-GA.2250-001
(7423) Operating Systems Hubertus Franke M 7:10-9:10PM CIWW 109

The topics covered include the high-level design of key operating systems concepts such OS structures; process scheduling and synchronization; deadlocks and their prevention; memory management, including (demand) paging; and I/O and file systems. The concepts will be shown in the context of Unix/Linux. The learning is facilitated with labs that implement some of these key design principles and algorithms in C/C++.

Prerequisites: None
CSCI-GA.2250-002
(7424) Operating Systems Mohamed Zahran T 4:55-6:55PM Online

The topics covered include the high-level design of key operating systems concepts such OS structures; process scheduling and synchronization; deadlocks and their prevention; memory management, including (demand) paging; and I/O and file systems. The concepts will be shown in the context of Unix/Linux. The learning is facilitated with labs that implement some of these key design principles and algorithms in C/C++.

Prerequisites: None
CSCI-GA.2262-001
(7425) Data Communications and Networks Jean-Claude Franchitti M 7:10-9:10PM 60 Fifth Ave 150

This course teaches the design and implementation techniques essential for engineering robust networks. Topics include networking principles, Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol, naming and addressing (Domain Name System), data encoding/decoding techniques, link layer protocols, routing protocols, transport layer services, congestion control, quality of service, network services, programmable routers and overlay networks.

Prerequisites: Students must have a working knowledge of fundamental data structures and associated algorithms. For some of the practical aspects of the course, a working knowledge of an object-oriented programming language (e.g., C++, C#, or preferably Java) is expected. An undergraduate course in data communication and networks is helpful but not required.
CSCI-GA.2421-001
MATH-GA 2020-001
(12950) Numerical Methods II Michael O'Neil MW 11:00-12:15PM CIWW 1302

This course will cover fundamental methods that are essential for the numerical solution of differential equations. It is intended for students familiar with ODE and PDE and interested in numerical computing; computer programming assignments form an essential part of the course. The course will introduce students to numerical methods for (1) nonlinear equations, Newton's method; (2) ordinary differential equations, Runge-Kutta and multistep methods, convergence and stability; (3) finite difference, finite element and integral equation methods for elliptic partial differential equations; (4) fast solvers, multigrid methods; and (5) parabolic and hyperbolic partial differential equations.

Text: LeVeque, R. (2007). Classics in Applied Mathematics [Series]. Finite Difference Methods for Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations. Philadelphia, PA: Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics

Prerequisites: Numerical linear algebra, elements of ODE and PDE.
CSCI-GA.2433-001
DS-GA.2433-001
(7426) Database Systems Matthew Zeidenberg W 4:55-6:55PM 60 Fifth Ave 150
Database system architecture. Modeling an application and logical database design. The relational model and relational data definition and data manipulation languages. Design of relational databases and normalization theory. Physical database design. Concurrency and recovery. Query processing and optimization.
CSCI-GA.2436-001
BMIN-GA.2436-001
(7470) Realtime and Big Data Analytics Yang Tang R 4:55-6:55PM CIWW 101

This course introduces architectures and technologies at the foundation of the Big Data movement. These technologies facilitate scalable management and processing of vast quantities of data collected through realtime and near realtime sensing. We explore tools enabling the acquisition of data in the social domain and the fusion of those data when in flight and at rest using Hadoop and Hadoop-related tools.

The material covered in this course aligns with the prevailing state of the art in Big Data technologies, which continues to be a rapidly evolving landscape as new technologies emerge and existing ones evolve and mature.

Students are required to complete weekly reading and/or programming assignments and demonstrate mastery of course topics by designing, developing, and demonstrating an analytics project of their choosing. Class time will be set aside for project proposal and final demo.

This is an introductory Hadoop course intended for students who have no experience with the Apache Hadoop ecosystem of tools and frameworks.
CSCI-GA.2437-001
(7471) Big Data Application Development Yang Tang T 7:10-9:10PM CIWW 101

This is an introductory course on Spark programming, Spark architecture, Spark SQL, Spark Streaming, and integration of Spark with the Hadoop ecosystem for developing Big Data analytics applications. The course project can be completed with Scala or Python, and Spark. This course covers technologies that integrate well with Spark in the creation of Big Data analytics applications.

Students are required to complete weekly reading and programming assignments and demonstrate mastery of course topics by developing a final project using Spark.

Prerequisites: <p>Students are required to successfully complete CSCI-GA 2436 Realtime and Big Data Analytics prior to taking this course. Students should have experience with Hadoop MapReduce and HDFS.</p> <p> </p>
CSCI-GA.2565-001
(7428) Machine Learning Rajesh Ranganath W 7:10-9:10PM 60 Fifth Ave 150

This course covers a wide variety of topics in machine learning, pattern recognition, statistical modeling, and neural computation. The course covers the mathematical methods and theoretical aspects but primarily focuses on algorithmic and practical issues.

Prerequisites: Undergraduate course in linear algebra and strong programming skills for implementation of algorithms studied in class. Strong knowledge of probability. Recommended: knowledge of vector calculus, elementary statistics.
CSCI-GA.2590-001
BMIN-GA 2590-001
(7429) Natural Language Processing Eunsol Choi W 4:55-6:55PM Silv 207

Natural Language Processing applies computational and linguistic knowledge to the processing of natural languages (English, Chinese, Spanish, Japanese). Applications include: machine translation, information extraction, information retrieval, and others. On the one hand, the class will include the modeling and representation of linguistic phenomena. On the other, It will cover methods for applying this knowledge using both manual rules and machine learning. Sample topics include: formal languages, hmm, part of speech tagging, vector-based methods, shallow and full parsing, semantic role labeling, information extraction and machine translation. Students will complete shared tasks (POS-tagging, Information Extraction, etc.) and group final projects. There will also be a midterm exam and several small written assignments.

Prerequisites: Some facility with Java and Python and a knowledge of the elements of probability and statistics is expected.

Prerequisites: Some facility with Java and Python and a knowledge of the elements of probability and statistics is expected.
CSCI-GA.2620-001
(7430) Networks and Mobile Systems Lakshminarayanan Subramanian T 10:15-12:15PM GCASL 275

This is a capstone course. A course in computer networks and large-scale distributed systems. Teaches the design and implementation techniques essential for engineering both robust networks and Internet-scale distributed systems. The goal is to guide students so they can initiate and critique research ideas in networks and distributed systems and implement and evaluate a working system that can handle a real-world workload. Topics include routing protocols, network congestion control, wireless networking, peer-to-peer systems, overlay networks and applications, distributed storage systems, and network security.

Prerequisites: CSCI-GA 1170, CSCI-GA 2110, and CSCI-GA 2250.
CSCI-GA.2621-001
(7468) Distributed Systems Aurojit Panda W 4:55-6:55PM CIWW 101

Large-scale distributed systems lie at the core of application domains such as cloud computing, internet of things, large multiplayer games, etc. These application domains make use of systems such as distributed databases (e.g., Google's Spanner, Amazon's Dynamo, etc.), large scale analytics frameworks (e.g., Hadoop, Spark and TensorFlow), distributed locking systems (e.g., Paxos, etcd, etc.), and others. In this class we will look at how to construct these distributed systems, in particular looking at why this is more complex than building applications running on a single machine, and present abstraction and design techniques for building distributed systems. We will focus on a solving a variety of common problems in these systems including consensus, consistency, naming, fault tolerance, etc.

This is a graduate-level course, but undergraduates are welcome! The course itself will consist of a series of lectures and will require reading research papers.

This class satisfies the Ph.D. breadth requirement in Systems and also serves as a M.S. capstone course.

Prerequisites: 1. Undergraduate Operating Systems or Computer Systems Organization; 2. programming experience; 3. mathematical maturity or the willingness to work through simple proofs.
CSCI-GA.2820-001
(7461) DevOps and Agile Methodologies John Rofrano T 4:55-6:55PM Online

This course uses a project based learning approach towards the study of DevOps as a cultural change in Information Technology organizations, and the supporting development tools and automation technologies required to implement it successfully. Students study the principles of DevOps, and as part of an agile development team, each student is involved in planning, designing, building, testing, and deploying one or more cloud native microservices into a Platform as a Service cloud by utilizing a DevOps Pipeline that they will create.
CSCI-GA.2820-002
(7462) DevOps and Agile Methodologies Lab John Rofrano T 7:10-8:00PM Online Additional information: Lab for Section 001

This course uses a project based learning approach towards the study of DevOps as a cultural change in Information Technology organizations, and the supporting development tools and automation technologies required to implement it successfully. Students study the principles of DevOps, and as part of an agile development team, each student is involved in planning, designing, building, testing, and deploying one or more cloud native microservices into a Platform as a Service cloud by utilizing a DevOps Pipeline that they will create.
CSCI-GA.2820-003
(7463) DevOps and Agile Methodologies John Rofrano W 4:55-6:55PM Online

This course uses a project based learning approach towards the study of DevOps as a cultural change in Information Technology organizations, and the supporting development tools and automation technologies required to implement it successfully. Students study the principles of DevOps, and as part of an agile development team, each student is involved in planning, designing, building, testing, and deploying one or more cloud native microservices into a Platform as a Service cloud by utilizing a DevOps Pipeline that they will create.
CSCI-GA.2820-004
(7464) DevOps and Agile Methodologies Lab John Rofrano W 7:10-8:00PM Online Additional information: Lab for Section 003

This course uses a project based learning approach towards the study of DevOps as a cultural change in Information Technology organizations, and the supporting development tools and automation technologies required to implement it successfully. Students study the principles of DevOps, and as part of an agile development team, each student is involved in planning, designing, building, testing, and deploying one or more cloud native microservices into a Platform as a Service cloud by utilizing a DevOps Pipeline that they will create.
CSCI-GA.2830-001
(7465) The Lean Launch Pad* Yiannis Broustas R 10:15-12:15PM 60 Fifth Ave C10

Only open to MS students in the Computing, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation program.

This course is based on Steve Blank’s Lean LaunchPad curriculum. This course provides real world, hands on learning on what it’s like to actually start a high tech company. This is a practical class – essentially a lab, not a theory or “book” class. The goal, within the constraints of a classroom and a limited amount of time, is to create an entrepreneurial experience for students with all of the pressures and demands of the real world in an early stage start up. Students will talk to customers, partners, competitors, as they encounter the chaos and uncertainty of how a startup actually works. They will work in teams learning how to turn a great idea into a great company. They will learn how to use a business model to brainstorm each part of a company and customer development to get out of the classroom to see whether anyone would want/use their product. Finally, based on the customer and market feedback gathered, students will use agile development to rapidly iterate their products to build something customers would actually use and buy. Each day will be a new adventure outside the classroom as students test each part of their business model and then share the hard earned knowledge with the rest of the class.
CSCI-GA.2830-002
(7466) The Lean Launch Pad Lab* Yiannis Broustas R 12:30-1:20PM 60 Fifth Ave C10

Only open to MS students in the Computing, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation program.

This course is based on Steve Blank’s Lean LaunchPad curriculum. This course provides real world, hands on learning on what it’s like to actually start a high tech company. This is a practical class – essentially a lab, not a theory or “book” class. The goal, within the constraints of a classroom and a limited amount of time, is to create an entrepreneurial experience for students with all of the pressures and demands of the real world in an early stage start up. Students will talk to customers, partners, competitors, as they encounter the chaos and uncertainty of how a startup actually works. They will work in teams learning how to turn a great idea into a great company. They will learn how to use a business model to brainstorm each part of a company and customer development to get out of the classroom to see whether anyone would want/use their product. Finally, based on the customer and market feedback gathered, students will use agile development to rapidly iterate their products to build something customers would actually use and buy. Each day will be a new adventure outside the classroom as students test each part of their business model and then share the hard earned knowledge with the rest of the class.
CSCI-GA.2945-004
MATH-GA 2011-002
(17409) Adv Topics Num Analysis: Convex & Non-Smooth Operation Michael Overton TR 2:00-3:15PM CIWW 1302

Convex optimization problems have many important properties, including a powerful duality theory and the property that any local minimum is also a global minimum. Nonsmooth optimization refers to minimization of functions that are not necessarily convex, usually locally Lipschitz, and typically not differentiable at their minimizers. Topics in convex optimization that will be covered include duality, linear and semidefinite programming, CVX ("disciplined convex programming"), gradient and Newton methods, Nesterov's complexity bound, the alternating direction method of multipliers, the nuclear norm and matrix completion, the primal barrier method, primal-dual interior-point methods for linear and semidefinite programs. Topics in nonsmooth optimization that will be covered include subgradients and subdifferentials, Clarke regularity, and algorithms, including gradient sampling and BFGS, for nonsmooth, nonconvex optimization. Homework will be assigned, both mathematical and computational. Students may submit a final project on a pre-approved topic or take a written final exam.
CSCI-GA.3033-026
(7447) Special Topics: Cloud Computing Jean-Claude Franchitti R 7:10-9:10PM CIWW 312

This course is a capstone course that introduces the latest cloud multi-access computing platform services including support for Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Web3 decentralized platforms, and other technologies. These services may be leveraged to create industry 4.0 and 5.0 innovative Intelligent Autonomous Networked (IAN) business solutions and deploy them on hybrid multi-cloud platforms so they can operate at the network edge to minimize latency and power consumption. Students will learn about services provided on the top “Big Clouds”, namely Amazon AWS Cloud, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure Cloud, IBM Cloud, Oracle Cloud, Salesforce, and others. Related services provided on the Cloud and covered in the course include computing and hosting services, storage services, networking services, container management services (e.g., K8s), and shallow/deep machine learning services. Once familiar with Cloud services, Students will learn how to combine them to support cognitive computing and enable the creation of IAN solutions that cater to the practical needs of industry 4.0/5.0 and society 5.0 users in novel and creative ways. As they create these IAN solutions, students will learn about immersive Augmented/Virtual Reality (AR/VR) User Experience and Interfaces (UX/UI), hybrid decentralized computing and DApps, multi-access computing and Internet of Things (IoT), Mobility/5G networking and Software Defined Network (SDN) infrastructures, advanced robotics, and various key aspects of digital security that are critical to ensure the safety of modern software solutions. Throughout the course, students will develop their own Intelligent Autonomous Networked (IAN) business solutions using Cloud-based shallow/deep machine learning and other services and capabilities as noted above. Sample platforms and related application components will be provided as applicable to speed up the development and deployment process.

Prerequisites: Programming experience in C/C++, JavaScript, Python, and SQL; basic understanding of assembly language; working knowledge of web application development.
CSCI-GA.3033-034
(7448) Special Topics: Multicore Processors: Architecture & Programming Mohamed Zahran W 12:30-2:30PM Online

This course serves as a capstone for the MSCS program.

The tremendous advances in process technology have created a revolution both in hardware and in software. On the hardware side, we moved from single core processors to multicore/manycore processors. Multicore chips are now everywhere. You can find them in smartphones, playstations, notebooks, all the way up to supercomputers. To benefit from these chips, software must be parallelized, which starts another revolution in software. The purpose of this course is to introduce you to both the hardware advances and parallel programming techniques targeting multicore and manycore processors. You will learn how to make the best use of the underlying hardware to build applications that are faster, more power efficient, and more reliable.
CSCI-GA.3033-059
(7449) Special Topics: Big Data Science Anasse Bari W 4:55-6:55PM CIWW 317

Data Science has recently gained a substantial interest in a variety of industries including healthcare, finance, manufacturing and marketing. It is positioned at the intersection point of computer science, data mining, machine learning, predictive analytics, business, statistics and domain expertise. It aims at finding hidden knowledge (patterns, models, associations) for the purpose of making better decisions. This course will introduce the basic fundamental concepts of the algorithms and the tools of extracting valuable insights from data with the ability to formulating and solving problems with it. Topics of this course include, but are not limited to: Basics of Data Analytics Project Lifecycle, Developing an Analytics Roadmap, Data Preprocessing, Data Analytics Use cases, Data Cleaning Algorithms, Feature Selection Algorithms, Introduction to Hadoop in Theory and in Practice, Algorithms for Finding Similar Data Items, Dimensionality Reduction techniques, Clustering Algorithms, Classification Algorithms, Introduction to Sentiment Analysis in short text (e.g Tweets), Mining Association Rules, Performance Measures, Ensemble Methods, Information retrieval systems and Recommendation Systems with applications in Bio-informatics, Text Mining and Social Network Analytics.

Prerequisites: Strong programming skills in the Java language and fundamentals of linear algebra.
CSCI-GA.3033-076
(7450) Special Topics: Vision Meets Machine Learning Davi Geiger W 10:15-12:15PM Tisch LC11

This course will introduce basic ideas of current Machine Learning methods (Deep Learning with Variational Auto Encoders, GAN, RNN, Reinforcement Learning). The course is ""hands on"", with small groups programming/developing projects that integrate the basic ideas above to perform ""computer vision tasks"" (the evaluation is based on projects). The vision tasks will be in Object Classification, Human Detection, and Human Actions.

Prerequisites: Students who take this class should have familiarity with linear algebra, probability, and calculus as well as programming in python.
CSCI-GA.3033-085
(7452) Special Topics: Cloud and Machine Learning Hao Yu
I-Hsin Chung R 4:55-6:55PM CIWW 317

This is a capstone course for the MSCS program. This course exposes students to the practical aspects of the state of art in cloud computing with an emphasis on employing cloud for machine learning problems. The course material introduces students to various cloud technologies such as virtualization and container. Students will learn how to build machine learning systems using cloud computing, the application performance characteristics, and develop hands-on experience with programming machine learning applications on the cloud platforms.

Prerequisites: CSCI-GA 1170, CSCI-GA 2110, and CSCI-GA 2250. Python programming. Students are expected to know basic Linux commands and configurations. Software communication and development tools such as Slack and Github will be used.
CSCI-GA.3033-097
(7453) Special Topics: Virtual Reality* Kenneth Perlin T 4:55-6:55PM 60 Fifth Ave 446

Students will learn how to create shared interactive experiences in Virtual Reality (VR), using an open-source WebXR platform. This is a hands-on projects based course. Topics include design and implementation of interactive tools for collaborative modeling and animation, with a focus on graphical user interface (GUI) design for VR.

Apply for a seat in the course: https://forms.gle/ak6XsSX32XvkszsW8

Prerequisites: CSCI-GA.2270 Computer Graphics or CSCI-UA.0480-041 Computer Graphics. Permission of the instructor required.
CSCI-GA.3033-102
(7454) Special Topics: Learning with Large Language and Vision Models Saining Xie M 4:55-6:55PM Silv 206

This course delves into the recent advancements in deep learning made possible by the development of large pre-trained language and vision models. These models have revolutionized the field, demonstrating remarkable capabilities in generation and comprehension, and forming the foundation of cutting-edge AI systems across a wide range of applications. The research-oriented course encompasses a variety of topics in language, vision, and multi-modal modeling. The course structure includes a combination of lectures, paper review sessions, and hands-on projects throughout the semester.

Prerequisites: Students must have completed courses in either deep learning, machine learning, or computer vision and demonstrate proficiency in Python programming.
CSCI-GA.3033-107
(7455) Special Topics: Cryptography of Blockchains Benedikt Bünz M 12:30-2:30PM 60 Fifth Ave C10

Blockchains are distributed systems that are secured using consensus protocols, game theoretic incentives and cryptographic primitives. This course is a deep dive into the different cryptography that is used in blockchains. We will dive into different basic and advanced cryptographic primitives such as signatures, accumulators and merkle trees, threshold cryptography, zero-knowledge proofs, and others and explore how they are applied in the blockchain field.

Prerequisites: Strong mathematical background, Introductory cryptography (CSCI-GA.3210-001) or similar. No knowledge of blockchains is required. The course is mostly self-contained. Contact instructor if unsure.
CSCI-GA.3033-108
DS-GA.3001-003
(17161) Special Topics: Causal Inference in Machine Learning Kyunghyun Cho M 4:55-6:35PM Silv 401

Recent advances and successes in machine learning have had tremendous impacts on society. Despite such impact and successes, the currently dominant paradigm of machine learning, broadly represented by deep learning, relies almost entirely on capturing statistical correlations among features from data. As the famous phrase “correlation does not imply causation” suggests, such correlation-driven approaches cannot uncover causal relationships among variables of interest. In this introductory course, we aim to provide early-year M.Sc. and Ph.D students, who are already familiar with machine learning, with the foundational ideas and techniques in causal inference so that they can expand their knowledge and expertise beyond correlation-driven machine learning.

Recommended courses: DS-GA 1005 Inference and Representation, DS-GA 1008 Deep Learning

Prerequisites: DS-GA 1001 Introduction to Data Science (or an equivalent course); DS-GA 1002 Probability and Statistics for Data Science (or an equivalent course); DS-GA 1003 Machine Learning (or an equivalent course)
CSCI-GA.3033-109
(7456) Special Topics: Computer Vision for Science and Engineering David Fouhey T 4:55-6:55PM 60 Fifth Ave C10

One of the most important emerging areas for computer vision and machine learning is in helping the sciences and engineering extract more and better information from their data. This course will explore the applications of computer vision in the sciences and engineering, including some of the challenges that are not normally seen in "standard" machine learning and vision. Classes will be a mix of lectures, discussion of recent work by students, and hands-on group projects at the intersection of ML and science.

Prerequisites: Students should come with familiarity with computer vision or machine learning as well as an enthusiasm for trying new data but no formal prerequisites are required.
CSCI-GA.3033-115
DS-GA.3001-009
(8835) Special Topics: Embodied Learning and Vision Mengye Ren T 2:45-4:45PM 12WP L120

This graduate level course covers advanced topics in embodied visual learning, perception and planning, with applications to robotics and self-driving. Topics include deep learning, computer vision, 3D perception, unsupervised 3D learning, self-supervised representation learning, continual learning, and LLM agents. Students are expected to know basic knowledge of machine learning, deep learning, and computer vision. Students are expected to be proficient in programming in Python. Advanced undergraduate students may enroll upon instructor approval.
CSCI-GA.3033-118
(7457) Special Topics: Complexity Subhash Khot T 7:10-9:10PM CIWW 202

Topics vary each semester.

Prerequisites: Prerequisites vary according to topic.
CSCI-GA.3033-123
(17162) Special Topics: Encrypted Computation Nir Bitansky W 12:30-2:30PM 60 Fifth Ave C15

Topics vary each semester.

Prerequisites: Prerequisites vary according to topic.
CSCI-GA.3033-934
(7458) Special Topics: Multicore Processors: Architecture & Programming Recitation TBA F 12:30-1:20PM Silv 414 Additional information: Recitation for Section 034

This is the recitation for section 034. Refer to the lecture for description.
CSCI-GA.3033-998
DS-GA.3001-010
(7459) Special Topics: Embodied Learning and Vision (Recitation) TBA T 4:55-5:45PM 12WP L113 Additional information: Recitation for Section 115

Topics vary each semester.

Prerequisites: Prerequisites vary according to topic.
CSCI-GA.3033-9108
DS-GA.3001-004
(17178) Special Topics: Causal Inference in Machine Learning Recitation TBA F 10:15-11:05AM GCASL 383 Additional information: Recitation for Section 108

Topics vary each semester.

Prerequisites: Prerequisites vary according to topic.
CSCI-GA.3140-001
(7469) Abstract Interpretation Patrick Cousot M 4:55-6:55PM 60 Fifth Ave 202

Many numerical or symbolic problems are very hard or even undecidable meaning that no computer algorithm can solve them exactly in reasonable time and memory space. This course introduces the latest techniques in abstract interpretation, a powerful framework for automatically calculating approximate solutions of such difficult problems. The main emphasis will be on software verification and automatic analysis with a wide range of applications from compilers to social networks.

Prerequisites: Some facility with logic, sets, linear algebra, graphs, formal languages, mathematical proofs, and programming languages is expected.
CSCI-GA.3205-001
(7432) Applied Cryptography & Network Security Mazdak Zamani W 4:55-6:55PM GCASL 261
This course first introduces the fundamental mathematical cryptographic algorithms, focusing on those that are used in current systems. To the extent feasible, the mathematical properties of the cryptographic algorithms are justified, using elementary mathematical tools. Second, actual security mechanisms and protocols, mainly those employed for network traffic that rely on the previously introduced cryptographic algorithms, are presented. The topics covered include introduction to basic number-theoretical properties, public/private and symmetric key systems, secure hash functions, digital signature standards, digital certificates, IP security, e-mail security, Web security, and stand-alone computer privacy and security tools.
CSCI-GA.3812-001
(7460) Information Technology Projects * Evan Korth W 5:00-8:00PM CIWW 312

This is a capstone course that connects students directly with real-world information technology problems. The goal of this course is to teach the skills needed for success in real-world information technology via a combination of classroom lectures and practical experience with large projects that have been specified by local “clients.” The typical clients are primarily companies, but can also be government agencies or nonprofit organizations. Each project lasts for the entire semester and is designed to involve the full software project life cycle. Examples of such projects are development of software to solve a business problem, including specifying requirements, writing and testing prototype code, and writing a final report; and evaluation of commercial software to be purchased to address a business problem, including gathering requirements, designing an architecture to connect the new software with existing systems, and assessing the suitability of available software products.

Prerequisites: For MS in IS students: Successful completion of CSCI-GA 1170 Fundamental Algorithms and two of the following three courses: CSCI-GA 2262 Data Communications & Networks; CSCI-GA 2250 Operating Systems; CSCI-GA 2433 Database Systems. For MS in CS students: Successful completion of CSCI-GA 1170 Fundamental Algorithms, CSCI-GA 2110 Programming Languages, and CSCI-GA 2250 Operating Systems. PERMISSION OF THE DEPARTMENT REQUIRED.
CSCI-GA.3813-001
(7433) Adv Lab MS * STAFF -

Large-scale programming project or research in cooperation with a faculty member.

Prerequisites: Permission of the faculty project supervisor and the Director of Graduate Studies.
CSCI-GA.3813-002
(7434) Adv Lab MS * STAFF -

Large-scale programming project or research in cooperation with a faculty member.

Prerequisites: Permission of the faculty project supervisor and the Director of Graduate Studies.
CSCI-GA.3813-003
(7435) Adv Lab MS * STAFF -

Large-scale programming project or research in cooperation with a faculty member.

Prerequisites: Permission of the faculty project supervisor and the Director of Graduate Studies.
CSCI-GA.3813-004
(7436) Adv Lab MS * STAFF -

Large-scale programming project or research in cooperation with a faculty member.

Prerequisites: Permission of the faculty project supervisor and the Director of Graduate Studies.
CSCI-GA.3813-005
(7437) Adv Lab PhD ** STAFF -

Large-scale programming project or research in cooperation with a faculty member.

Prerequisites: Permission of the faculty project supervisor and the Director of Graduate Studies.
CSCI-GA.3813-006
(7438) Adv Lab PhD ** STAFF -

Large-scale programming project or research in cooperation with a faculty member.

Prerequisites: Permission of the faculty project supervisor and the Director of Graduate Studies.
CSCI-GA.3813-007
(7439) Adv Lab PhD ** STAFF -

Large-scale programming project or research in cooperation with a faculty member.

Prerequisites: Permission of the faculty project supervisor and the Director of Graduate Studies.
CSCI-GA.3813-008
(7440) Adv Lab PhD ** STAFF -

Large-scale programming project or research in cooperation with a faculty member.

Prerequisites: Permission of the faculty project supervisor and the Director of Graduate Studies.
CSCI-GA.3840-001
(7441) Master's Thesis Research * STAFF -

Prerequisites: Approval of a faculty adviser and the Director of Graduate Studies for the M.S. programs.
CSCI-GA.3850-001
(7442) PhD Seminar: Cryptography ** Yevgeniy Dodis T 11:00-1:50PM CIWW 317
Graduate seminars serve as loosely structured forums for exploring research topics from broad areas of computer science. They are designed to foster dialogue by bringing together faculty and students from a given area and to encourage the exchange of ideas. As such, they bridge the gap between more structured course offerings and informal research meetings. Subject matter varies by section.

Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
CSCI-GA.3850-002 PhD Seminar: Theory STAFF R 11:00-1:50PM CIWW 317
Graduate seminars serve as loosely structured forums for exploring research topics from broad areas of computer science. They are designed to foster dialogue by bringing together faculty and students from a given area and to encourage the exchange of ideas. As such, they bridge the gap between more structured course offerings and informal research meetings. Subject matter varies by section.

Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
CSCI-GA.3850-004
(7443) PhD Seminar: Formal Methods Joseph Tassarotti R 11:00-12:30PM 60 Fifth Ave 446
Graduate seminars serve as loosely structured forums for exploring research topics from broad areas of computer science. They are designed to foster dialogue by bringing together faculty and students from a given area and to encourage the exchange of ideas. As such, they bridge the gap between more structured course offerings and informal research meetings. Subject matter varies by section.

Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
CSCI-GA.3860-001
(7444) PhD Thesis Research ** STAFF -

Prerequisites: Permission of the thesis adviser or director of graduate studies for the Ph.D. program.
CSCI-GA.3870-001
(7445) Internship In Computer Science MS* STAFF -

Participation in a programming project or research project conducted outside of the classroom in a governmental, commercial, or academic setting. Open only to graduate students with permission of the Director of Graduate Studies (DGS). Students must submit a brief written description of their work to the DGS before starting the internship and submit a written summary of their work when it is completed. MS students may take this course a maximum of two times. PhD students who wish to take this course more than four times need to request a special permission and provide adequate academic justification.

Section 1 is for Master's students. Section 2 is for Ph.D. students.

Prerequisites: Permission of Director of Graduate Studies.
CSCI-GA.3870-002
(7446) Internship in Computer Science PhD* STAFF -

Participation in a programming project or research project conducted outside of the classroom in a governmental, commercial, or academic setting. Open only to graduate students with permission of the Director of Graduate Studies (DGS). Students must submit a brief written description of their work to the DGS before starting the internship and submit a written summary of their work when it is completed. MS students may take this course a maximum of two times. PhD students who wish to take this course more than four times need to request a special permission and provide adequate academic justification.

Section 1 is for Master's students. Section 2 is for Ph.D. students.

Prerequisites: Permission of Director of Graduate Studies.
CSCI-UA.0002-001 Intro To Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) STAFF MW 8:00-9:15AM CIWW 109

An introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, which is the foundation of computer science. Students design, write, and debug computer programs. No knowledge of programming is assumed.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with any programming experience should consult with the department before registering. Students with any reported score on the Computer Science AP examination cannot enroll in this course; Albert will block them from registering for it. Students who have taken or are taking Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101) will not receive credit for this course. Does not count toward the computer science major; serves as the prerequisite for students with no previous programming experience who want to continue into CSCI-UA 101 and pursue the major. Students may not receive credit for both CSCI-UA 2 and CSCI-UA 3.
CSCI-UA.0002-002 Intro To Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) Amanda Steigman TR 8:00-9:15AM CIWW 312

An introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, which is the foundation of computer science. Students design, write, and debug computer programs. No knowledge of programming is assumed.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with any programming experience should consult with the department before registering. Students with any reported score on the Computer Science AP examination cannot enroll in this course; Albert will block them from registering for it. Students who have taken or are taking Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101) will not receive credit for this course. Does not count toward the computer science major; serves as the prerequisite for students with no previous programming experience who want to continue into CSCI-UA 101 and pursue the major. Students may not receive credit for both CSCI-UA 2 and CSCI-UA 3.
CSCI-UA.0002-003 Intro To Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) STAFF MW 8:00-9:15AM Online

An introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, which is the foundation of computer science. Students design, write, and debug computer programs. No knowledge of programming is assumed.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with any programming experience should consult with the department before registering. Students with any reported score on the Computer Science AP examination cannot enroll in this course; Albert will block them from registering for it. Students who have taken or are taking Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101) will not receive credit for this course. Does not count toward the computer science major; serves as the prerequisite for students with no previous programming experience who want to continue into CSCI-UA 101 and pursue the major. Students may not receive credit for both CSCI-UA 2 and CSCI-UA 3.
CSCI-UA.0002-004 Intro To Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) STAFF TR 9:30-10:45AM 60 Fifth Ave 110

An introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, which is the foundation of computer science. Students design, write, and debug computer programs. No knowledge of programming is assumed.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with any programming experience should consult with the department before registering. Students with any reported score on the Computer Science AP examination cannot enroll in this course; Albert will block them from registering for it. Students who have taken or are taking Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101) will not receive credit for this course. Does not count toward the computer science major; serves as the prerequisite for students with no previous programming experience who want to continue into CSCI-UA 101 and pursue the major. Students may not receive credit for both CSCI-UA 2 and CSCI-UA 3.
CSCI-UA.0002-005 Intro To Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) STAFF MW 11:00-12:15PM CIWW 202

An introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, which is the foundation of computer science. Students design, write, and debug computer programs. No knowledge of programming is assumed.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with any programming experience should consult with the department before registering. Students with any reported score on the Computer Science AP examination cannot enroll in this course; Albert will block them from registering for it. Students who have taken or are taking Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101) will not receive credit for this course. Does not count toward the computer science major; serves as the prerequisite for students with no previous programming experience who want to continue into CSCI-UA 101 and pursue the major. Students may not receive credit for both CSCI-UA 2 and CSCI-UA 3.
CSCI-UA.0002-006 Intro To Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) STAFF TR 11:00-12:15PM GCASL 369

An introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, which is the foundation of computer science. Students design, write, and debug computer programs. No knowledge of programming is assumed.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with any programming experience should consult with the department before registering. Students with any reported score on the Computer Science AP examination cannot enroll in this course; Albert will block them from registering for it. Students who have taken or are taking Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101) will not receive credit for this course. Does not count toward the computer science major; serves as the prerequisite for students with no previous programming experience who want to continue into CSCI-UA 101 and pursue the major. Students may not receive credit for both CSCI-UA 2 and CSCI-UA 3.
CSCI-UA.0002-007 Intro To Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) STAFF MW 12:30-1:45PM GCASL 269

An introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, which is the foundation of computer science. Students design, write, and debug computer programs. No knowledge of programming is assumed.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with any programming experience should consult with the department before registering. Students with any reported score on the Computer Science AP examination cannot enroll in this course; Albert will block them from registering for it. Students who have taken or are taking Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101) will not receive credit for this course. Does not count toward the computer science major; serves as the prerequisite for students with no previous programming experience who want to continue into CSCI-UA 101 and pursue the major. Students may not receive credit for both CSCI-UA 2 and CSCI-UA 3.
CSCI-UA.0002-008 Intro To Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) STAFF TR 12:30-1:45PM GCASL 279

An introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, which is the foundation of computer science. Students design, write, and debug computer programs. No knowledge of programming is assumed.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with any programming experience should consult with the department before registering. Students with any reported score on the Computer Science AP examination cannot enroll in this course; Albert will block them from registering for it. Students who have taken or are taking Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101) will not receive credit for this course. Does not count toward the computer science major; serves as the prerequisite for students with no previous programming experience who want to continue into CSCI-UA 101 and pursue the major. Students may not receive credit for both CSCI-UA 2 and CSCI-UA 3.
CSCI-UA.0002-009 Intro To Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) Khye Borg Liew MW 2:00-3:15PM Online

An introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, which is the foundation of computer science. Students design, write, and debug computer programs. No knowledge of programming is assumed.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with any programming experience should consult with the department before registering. Students with any reported score on the Computer Science AP examination cannot enroll in this course; Albert will block them from registering for it. Students who have taken or are taking Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101) will not receive credit for this course. Does not count toward the computer science major; serves as the prerequisite for students with no previous programming experience who want to continue into CSCI-UA 101 and pursue the major. Students may not receive credit for both CSCI-UA 2 and CSCI-UA 3.
CSCI-UA.0002-010 Intro To Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) STAFF TR 2:00-3:15PM

An introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, which is the foundation of computer science. Students design, write, and debug computer programs. No knowledge of programming is assumed.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with any programming experience should consult with the department before registering. Students with any reported score on the Computer Science AP examination cannot enroll in this course; Albert will block them from registering for it. Students who have taken or are taking Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101) will not receive credit for this course. Does not count toward the computer science major; serves as the prerequisite for students with no previous programming experience who want to continue into CSCI-UA 101 and pursue the major. Students may not receive credit for both CSCI-UA 2 and CSCI-UA 3.
CSCI-UA.0002-011 Intro To Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) STAFF MW 3:30-4:45PM GCASL 269

An introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, which is the foundation of computer science. Students design, write, and debug computer programs. No knowledge of programming is assumed.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with any programming experience should consult with the department before registering. Students with any reported score on the Computer Science AP examination cannot enroll in this course; Albert will block them from registering for it. Students who have taken or are taking Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101) will not receive credit for this course. Does not count toward the computer science major; serves as the prerequisite for students with no previous programming experience who want to continue into CSCI-UA 101 and pursue the major. Students may not receive credit for both CSCI-UA 2 and CSCI-UA 3.
CSCI-UA.0002-012 Intro To Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) STAFF TR 3:30-4:45PM Bobst LL150

An introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming, which is the foundation of computer science. Students design, write, and debug computer programs. No knowledge of programming is assumed.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with any programming experience should consult with the department before registering. Students with any reported score on the Computer Science AP examination cannot enroll in this course; Albert will block them from registering for it. Students who have taken or are taking Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101) will not receive credit for this course. Does not count toward the computer science major; serves as the prerequisite for students with no previous programming experience who want to continue into CSCI-UA 101 and pursue the major. Students may not receive credit for both CSCI-UA 2 and CSCI-UA 3.
CSCI-UA.0003-001 Intro to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) STAFF TR 8:00-9:15AM 60 Fifth Ave 110

Introduces object-oriented programming, recursion, and other important concepts to students who already have had some exposure to programming in the context of building applications using Python. Students will design and implement Python programs in a variety of applied areas.

Prerequisites: Limited programming experience, or any score on the AP Computer Science examination (students will forfeit the AP credit for scores of 4 or 5), or Data Science for Everyone (DS-UA 111). Students who have taken or are taking Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101) will not receive credit for this course. Does not count toward the computer science major; serves as the prerequisite for students with some previous programming experience who want to continue into CSCI-UA 101 and pursue the major. Students may not receive credit for both CSCI-UA 2 and CSCI-UA 3.
CSCI-UA.0004-001 Intro to Web Design & Computer Principles STAFF MW 8:00-9:15AM CIWW 101
Introduces students to both the practice of web design and the basic principles of computer science. The practice component covers not only web design but also current graphics and software tools. The principles section includes an overview of hardware and software, the history of computers, and a discussion of the impact of computers and the Internet.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with computing experience should consult with the department before registering.
CSCI-UA.0004-002 Intro to Web Design & Computer Principles Adam Scher TR 8:00-9:15AM Online
Introduces students to both the practice of web design and the basic principles of computer science. The practice component covers not only web design but also current graphics and software tools. The principles section includes an overview of hardware and software, the history of computers, and a discussion of the impact of computers and the Internet.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with computing experience should consult with the department before registering.
CSCI-UA.0004-003 Intro to Web Design & Computer Principles STAFF MW 11:00-12:15PM CIWW 312
Introduces students to both the practice of web design and the basic principles of computer science. The practice component covers not only web design but also current graphics and software tools. The principles section includes an overview of hardware and software, the history of computers, and a discussion of the impact of computers and the Internet.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with computing experience should consult with the department before registering.
CSCI-UA.0004-004 Intro to Web Design & Computer Principles STAFF TR 3:30-4:45PM 60 Fifth Ave 110
Introduces students to both the practice of web design and the basic principles of computer science. The practice component covers not only web design but also current graphics and software tools. The principles section includes an overview of hardware and software, the history of computers, and a discussion of the impact of computers and the Internet.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with computing experience should consult with the department before registering.
CSCI-UA.0004-005 Intro to Web Design & Computer Principles STAFF TR 12:30-1:45PM GCASL 361
Introduces students to both the practice of web design and the basic principles of computer science. The practice component covers not only web design but also current graphics and software tools. The principles section includes an overview of hardware and software, the history of computers, and a discussion of the impact of computers and the Internet.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with computing experience should consult with the department before registering.
CSCI-UA.0004-006 Intro to Web Design & Computer Principles STAFF TR 3:30-4:45PM GCASL 361
Introduces students to both the practice of web design and the basic principles of computer science. The practice component covers not only web design but also current graphics and software tools. The principles section includes an overview of hardware and software, the history of computers, and a discussion of the impact of computers and the Internet.

Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics or equivalent. No prior computing experience is assumed. Students with computing experience should consult with the department before registering.
CSCI-UA.0060-001 Database Design And Implementation STAFF MW 8:00-9:15AM Silv 408

Introduces principles and applications of database design and working with data. Students use Python as they prepare, analyze, and work with data and use SQL to study the principles and implementations of relational databases. Also covers other database paradigms, such as NoSQL. Students apply these principles to computer systems and their respective fields of interest.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 2) or Introduction to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 3). Students that have successfully completed Data Management and Analysis (CSCI-UA 479) are NOT eligible to take this course.
CSCI-UA.0061-001 Web Development And Programming STAFF MW 2:00-3:15PM 194M 206

Provides a practical approach to web technologies and programming. Students build interactive, secure, and powerful web programs. Covers client and server side technologies for the web.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 2) or Introduction to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 3), and Introduction to Web Design and Computer Principles (CSCI-UA 4). Students that have successfully completed Applied Internet Technology (CSCI-UA 467) are NOT eligible to take this course.
CSCI-UA.0101-001 Intro To Computer Science Nader Nassar MW 8:00-9:15AM GCASL 279

How to design algorithms to solve problems and how to translate these algorithms into working computer programs. Experience is acquired through projects in a high-level programming language. Intended primarily for computer science majors but also suitable for students of other scientific disciplines. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 2) or Introduction to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 3), or a score of 3 on the AP Computer Science exam (scores of 4 and 5 are acceptable prerequisites for students who wish to take CSCI-UA 101 before entering CSCI-UA 102; they will forfeit the AP credit), or departmental permission assessed by placement exam.
CSCI-UA.0101-002 Intro To Computer Science STAFF TR 8:00-9:15AM GCASL 383

How to design algorithms to solve problems and how to translate these algorithms into working computer programs. Experience is acquired through projects in a high-level programming language. Intended primarily for computer science majors but also suitable for students of other scientific disciplines. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 2) or Introduction to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 3), or a score of 3 on the AP Computer Science exam (scores of 4 and 5 are acceptable prerequisites for students who wish to take CSCI-UA 101 before entering CSCI-UA 102; they will forfeit the AP credit), or departmental permission assessed by placement exam.
CSCI-UA.0101-003 Intro To Computer Science STAFF MW 9:30-10:45AM 60 Fifth Ave 110

How to design algorithms to solve problems and how to translate these algorithms into working computer programs. Experience is acquired through projects in a high-level programming language. Intended primarily for computer science majors but also suitable for students of other scientific disciplines. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 2) or Introduction to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 3), or a score of 3 on the AP Computer Science exam (scores of 4 and 5 are acceptable prerequisites for students who wish to take CSCI-UA 101 before entering CSCI-UA 102; they will forfeit the AP credit), or departmental permission assessed by placement exam.
CSCI-UA.0101-005 Intro To Computer Science STAFF TR 11:00-12:15PM CIWW 312

How to design algorithms to solve problems and how to translate these algorithms into working computer programs. Experience is acquired through projects in a high-level programming language. Intended primarily for computer science majors but also suitable for students of other scientific disciplines. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 2) or Introduction to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 3), or a score of 3 on the AP Computer Science exam (scores of 4 and 5 are acceptable prerequisites for students who wish to take CSCI-UA 101 before entering CSCI-UA 102; they will forfeit the AP credit), or departmental permission assessed by placement exam.
CSCI-UA.0101-006 Intro To Computer Science Hilbert Gene Locklear MW 12:30-1:45PM GCASL 279

How to design algorithms to solve problems and how to translate these algorithms into working computer programs. Experience is acquired through projects in a high-level programming language. Intended primarily for computer science majors but also suitable for students of other scientific disciplines. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 2) or Introduction to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 3), or a score of 3 on the AP Computer Science exam (scores of 4 and 5 are acceptable prerequisites for students who wish to take CSCI-UA 101 before entering CSCI-UA 102; they will forfeit the AP credit), or departmental permission assessed by placement exam.
CSCI-UA.0101-007 Intro To Computer Science Hilbert Gene Locklear TR 12:30-1:45PM Silv 414

How to design algorithms to solve problems and how to translate these algorithms into working computer programs. Experience is acquired through projects in a high-level programming language. Intended primarily for computer science majors but also suitable for students of other scientific disciplines. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 2) or Introduction to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 3), or a score of 3 on the AP Computer Science exam (scores of 4 and 5 are acceptable prerequisites for students who wish to take CSCI-UA 101 before entering CSCI-UA 102; they will forfeit the AP credit), or departmental permission assessed by placement exam.
CSCI-UA.0101-008 Intro To Computer Science Candido Cabo MW 2:00-3:15PM Silv 411

How to design algorithms to solve problems and how to translate these algorithms into working computer programs. Experience is acquired through projects in a high-level programming language. Intended primarily for computer science majors but also suitable for students of other scientific disciplines. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 2) or Introduction to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 3), or a score of 3 on the AP Computer Science exam (scores of 4 and 5 are acceptable prerequisites for students who wish to take CSCI-UA 101 before entering CSCI-UA 102; they will forfeit the AP credit), or departmental permission assessed by placement exam.
CSCI-UA.0101-009 Intro To Computer Science STAFF MW 2:00-3:15PM CIWW 101

How to design algorithms to solve problems and how to translate these algorithms into working computer programs. Experience is acquired through projects in a high-level programming language. Intended primarily for computer science majors but also suitable for students of other scientific disciplines. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 2) or Introduction to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 3), or a score of 3 on the AP Computer Science exam (scores of 4 and 5 are acceptable prerequisites for students who wish to take CSCI-UA 101 before entering CSCI-UA 102; they will forfeit the AP credit), or departmental permission assessed by placement exam.
CSCI-UA.0101-010 Intro To Computer Science Gezim Hakramaj TR 3:30-4:45PM CIWW 101

How to design algorithms to solve problems and how to translate these algorithms into working computer programs. Experience is acquired through projects in a high-level programming language. Intended primarily for computer science majors but also suitable for students of other scientific disciplines. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 2) or Introduction to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 3), or a score of 3 on the AP Computer Science exam (scores of 4 and 5 are acceptable prerequisites for students who wish to take CSCI-UA 101 before entering CSCI-UA 102; they will forfeit the AP credit), or departmental permission assessed by placement exam.
CSCI-UA.0101-011 Intro To Computer Science Gizem Kayar TR 3:30-4:45PM CIWW 101

How to design algorithms to solve problems and how to translate these algorithms into working computer programs. Experience is acquired through projects in a high-level programming language. Intended primarily for computer science majors but also suitable for students of other scientific disciplines. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 2) or Introduction to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 3), or a score of 3 on the AP Computer Science exam (scores of 4 and 5 are acceptable prerequisites for students who wish to take CSCI-UA 101 before entering CSCI-UA 102; they will forfeit the AP credit), or departmental permission assessed by placement exam.
CSCI-UA.0102-010 Data Structures STAFF MW 9:30-10:45AM CIWW 109

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-011 Data Structures TBA F 8:00-9:15AM CIWW 312

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-012 Data Structures TBA F 9:30-10:45AM CIWW 312

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-013 Data Structures TBA F 11:00-12:15PM CIWW 312

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-014 Data Structures TBA F 12:30-1:45PM CIWW 312

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-015 Data Structures TBA F 2:00-3:15PM CIWW 312

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-016 Data Structures TBA F 3:30-4:45PM CIWW 312

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-020 Data Structures STAFF TR 3:30-4:45PM Silv 405

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-021 Data Structures TBA F 11:00-12:15PM 194M 208

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-022 Data Structures TBA F 2:00-3:15PM GCASL 279

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-030 Data Structures STAFF TR 12:30-1:45PM Silv 405

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-031 Data Structures TBA F 9:30-10:45AM CIWW 317

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-032 Data Structures TBA F 11:00-12:15PM CIWW 317

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-033 Data Structures TBA F 12:30-1:45PM CIWW 317

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-050 Data Structures STAFF TR 2:00-3:15PM CIWW 317

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-051 Data Structures TBA F 2:00-3:15PM GCASL 388

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-060 Data Structures STAFF MW 12:30-1:45PM CIWW 317

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-061 Data Structures TBA F 12:30-1:45PM Tisch LC11

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-070 Data Structures STAFF TR 11:00-12:15PM CIWW 202

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0102-071 Data Structures TBA F 11:00-12:15PM Silv 403

Use and design of data structures, which organize information in computer memory. Stacks, queues, linked lists, binary trees: how to implement them in a high-level language, how to analyze their effect on algorithm efficiency, and how to modify them. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Computer Science (CSCI-UA 101), or a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Computer Science examination.
CSCI-UA.0201-001 Computer Systems Organization Douglas Moody TR 9:30-10:45AM CIWW 101

Covers the internal structure of computers, machine (assembly) language programming, and the use of pointers in high-level languages. Topics include the logical design of computers, computer architecture, the internal representation of data, instruction sets, and addressing logic, as well as pointers, structures, and other features of high-level languages that relate to assembly language. Programming assignments are in both assembly language and other languages.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102).
CSCI-UA.0201-002 Computer Systems Organization - Recitation TBA F 9:30-10:45AM 60 Fifth Ave 150

Covers the internal structure of computers, machine (assembly) language programming, and the use of pointers in high-level languages. Topics include the logical design of computers, computer architecture, the internal representation of data, instruction sets, and addressing logic, as well as pointers, structures, and other features of high-level languages that relate to assembly language. Programming assignments are in both assembly language and other languages.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102).
CSCI-UA.0201-003 Computer Systems Organization STAFF TR 9:30-10:45AM Online

Covers the internal structure of computers, machine (assembly) language programming, and the use of pointers in high-level languages. Topics include the logical design of computers, computer architecture, the internal representation of data, instruction sets, and addressing logic, as well as pointers, structures, and other features of high-level languages that relate to assembly language. Programming assignments are in both assembly language and other languages.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102).
CSCI-UA.0201-004 Computer Systems Organization TBA F 9:30-10:45AM Online

Covers the internal structure of computers, machine (assembly) language programming, and the use of pointers in high-level languages. Topics include the logical design of computers, computer architecture, the internal representation of data, instruction sets, and addressing logic, as well as pointers, structures, and other features of high-level languages that relate to assembly language. Programming assignments are in both assembly language and other languages.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102).
CSCI-UA.0201-005 Computer Systems Organization STAFF MW 3:30-4:45PM Silv 411

This section is a fast paced version of the regular CSO class. Students who are considering research in their senior year or graduate school should take this class.

This course aims to give students an understanding of what's "under the hood" in a modern computer system. Take this class to boost your confidence on a computer and to understand how everything works like never before! We'll cover basic topics including how machines represent and execute programs, how user program interact with the OS, as well as advanced topics including how to write networked and concurrent programs. These topics are supported by a series of challenging lab assignments in C.

Prerequisites: You need to be comfortable with programming (e.g. in Java) and the UNIX environment.
CSCI-UA.0201-006 Computer Systems Organization TBA F 11:00-12:15PM Silv 411

Covers the internal structure of computers, machine (assembly) language programming, and the use of pointers in high-level languages. Topics include the logical design of computers, computer architecture, the internal representation of data, instruction sets, and addressing logic, as well as pointers, structures, and other features of high-level languages that relate to assembly language. Programming assignments are in both assembly language and other languages.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102).
CSCI-UA.0201-007 Computer Systems Organization STAFF MW 2:00-3:15PM CIWW 109

Covers the internal structure of computers, machine (assembly) language programming, and the use of pointers in high-level languages. Topics include the logical design of computers, computer architecture, the internal representation of data, instruction sets, and addressing logic, as well as pointers, structures, and other features of high-level languages that relate to assembly language. Programming assignments are in both assembly language and other languages.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102).
CSCI-UA.0201-008 Computer Systems Organization TBA F 11:00-12:15PM Silv 207

Covers the internal structure of computers, machine (assembly) language programming, and the use of pointers in high-level languages. Topics include the logical design of computers, computer architecture, the internal representation of data, instruction sets, and addressing logic, as well as pointers, structures, and other features of high-level languages that relate to assembly language. Programming assignments are in both assembly language and other languages.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102).
CSCI-UA.0202-001 Operating Systems STAFF MW 11:00-12:15PM CIWW 109

Covers the principles and design of operating systems. Topics include process scheduling and synchronization, deadlocks, memory management (including virtual memory), input/output, and file systems. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA 201).
CSCI-UA.0202-002 Operating Systems STAFF TR 11:00-12:15PM Online

Covers the principles and design of operating systems. Topics include process scheduling and synchronization, deadlocks, memory management (including virtual memory), input/output, and file systems. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA 201).
CSCI-UA.0310-001 Basic Algorithms STAFF MW 9:30-10:45AM 19UP 102

Introduction to the study of algorithms. Presents two main themes: designing appropriate data structures and analyzing the efficiency of the algorithms that use them. Algorithms studied include sorting, searching, graph algorithms, and maintaining dynamic data structures. Homework assignments, not necessarily involving programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-UA 120); and either Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) OR Mathematics for Economics I (MATH-UA 211).
CSCI-UA.0310-002 Basic Algorithms - Recitation STAFF F 9:30-10:45AM 194M 304

Introduction to the study of algorithms. Presents two main themes: designing appropriate data structures and analyzing the efficiency of the algorithms that use them. Algorithms studied include sorting, searching, graph algorithms, and maintaining dynamic data structures. Homework assignments, not necessarily involving programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-UA 120); and either Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) OR Mathematics for Economics I (MATH-UA 211).
CSCI-UA.0310-003 Basic Algorithms STAFF TR 2:00-3:15PM Online

Introduction to the study of algorithms. Presents two main themes: designing appropriate data structures and analyzing the efficiency of the algorithms that use them. Algorithms studied include sorting, searching, graph algorithms, and maintaining dynamic data structures. Homework assignments, not necessarily involving programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-UA 120); and either Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) OR Mathematics for Economics I (MATH-UA 211).
CSCI-UA.0310-004 Basic Algorithms - Recitation STAFF F 9:30-10:45AM Online

Introduction to the study of algorithms. Presents two main themes: designing appropriate data structures and analyzing the efficiency of the algorithms that use them. Algorithms studied include sorting, searching, graph algorithms, and maintaining dynamic data structures. Homework assignments, not necessarily involving programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-UA 120); and either Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) OR Mathematics for Economics I (MATH-UA 211).
CSCI-UA.0310-005 Basic Algorithms TBA MW 12:30-1:45PM GCASL 383

Introduction to the study of algorithms. Presents two main themes: designing appropriate data structures and analyzing the efficiency of the algorithms that use them. Algorithms studied include sorting, searching, graph algorithms, and maintaining dynamic data structures. Homework assignments, not necessarily involving programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-UA 120); and either Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) OR Mathematics for Economics I (MATH-UA 211).
CSCI-UA.0310-006 Basic Algorithms - Recitation TBA F 12:30-1:45PM Silv 208

Introduction to the study of algorithms. Presents two main themes: designing appropriate data structures and analyzing the efficiency of the algorithms that use them. Algorithms studied include sorting, searching, graph algorithms, and maintaining dynamic data structures. Homework assignments, not necessarily involving programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-UA 120); and either Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) OR Mathematics for Economics I (MATH-UA 211).
CSCI-UA.0310-007 Basic Algorithms STAFF MW 3:30-4:45PM CIWW 317

Introduction to the study of algorithms. Presents two main themes: designing appropriate data structures and analyzing the efficiency of the algorithms that use them. Algorithms studied include sorting, searching, graph algorithms, and maintaining dynamic data structures. Homework assignments, not necessarily involving programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-UA 120); and either Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) OR Mathematics for Economics I (MATH-UA 211).
CSCI-UA.0310-008 Basic Algorithms - Recitation STAFF F 8:00-9:15AM GCASL 261

Introduction to the study of algorithms. Presents two main themes: designing appropriate data structures and analyzing the efficiency of the algorithms that use them. Algorithms studied include sorting, searching, graph algorithms, and maintaining dynamic data structures. Homework assignments, not necessarily involving programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-UA 120); and either Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) OR Mathematics for Economics I (MATH-UA 211).
CSCI-UA.0310-009 Basic Algorithms STAFF TR 9:30-10:45AM CIWW 317

Introduction to the study of algorithms. Presents two main themes: designing appropriate data structures and analyzing the efficiency of the algorithms that use them. Algorithms studied include sorting, searching, graph algorithms, and maintaining dynamic data structures. Homework assignments, not necessarily involving programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-UA 120); and either Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) OR Mathematics for Economics I (MATH-UA 211).
CSCI-UA.0310-010 Basic Algorithms - Recitation STAFF F 9:30-10:45AM Bobst LL150

Introduction to the study of algorithms. Presents two main themes: designing appropriate data structures and analyzing the efficiency of the algorithms that use them. Algorithms studied include sorting, searching, graph algorithms, and maintaining dynamic data structures. Homework assignments, not necessarily involving programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-UA 120); and either Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) OR Mathematics for Economics I (MATH-UA 211).
CSCI-UA.0310-021 Basic Algorithms - Recitation STAFF F 11:00-12:15PM 12WP L120

Introduction to the study of algorithms. Presents two main themes: designing appropriate data structures and analyzing the efficiency of the algorithms that use them. Algorithms studied include sorting, searching, graph algorithms, and maintaining dynamic data structures. Homework assignments, not necessarily involving programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-UA 120); and either Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) OR Mathematics for Economics I (MATH-UA 211).
CSCI-UA.0310-022 Basic Algorithms - Recitation STAFF F 2:00-3:15PM Tisch LC11

Introduction to the study of algorithms. Presents two main themes: designing appropriate data structures and analyzing the efficiency of the algorithms that use them. Algorithms studied include sorting, searching, graph algorithms, and maintaining dynamic data structures. Homework assignments, not necessarily involving programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102); Discrete Mathematics (MATH-UA 120); and either Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) OR Mathematics for Economics I (MATH-UA 211).
CSCI-UA.0330-001
MATH-UA.0144 Introduction to Computer Simulation STAFF TR 11:00-12:15PM CIWW 201

In this course, students will learn how to do computer simulations of such phenomena as orbits (Kepler problem and N-body problem), epidemic and endemic disease (including evolution in response to the selective pressure of a malaria), musical stringed instruments (piano, guitar, and violin), and traffic flow in a city (with lights, breakdowns, and gridlock at corners). The simulations are based on mathematical models, numerical methods, and Matlab programming techniques that will be taught in class. The use of animations (and sound where appropriate) to present the results of simulations will be emphasized.

Prerequisites: Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) or Math for Economics II (MATH-UA 212) and General Physics (PHYS-UA 11).
CSCI-UA.0330-002 Introduction to Computer Simulation STAFF F 11:00-12:15PM CIWW 201

In this course, students will learn how to do computer simulations of such phenomena as orbits (Kepler problem and N-body problem), epidemic and endemic disease (including evolution in response to the selective pressure of a malaria), musical stringed instruments (piano, guitar, and violin), and traffic flow in a city (with lights, breakdowns, and gridlock at corners). The simulations are based on mathematical models, numerical methods, and Matlab programming techniques that will be taught in class. The use of animations (and sound where appropriate) to present the results of simulations will be emphasized.

Prerequisites: Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) or Math for Economics II (MATH-UA 212) and General Physics (PHYS-UA 11).
CSCI-UA.0380-001 Topics of General Interest: Drawing on the Web STAFF MW 3:30-4:45PM CIWW 312

In this course you will learn how to develop multimedia applications for both the desktop and the web. The course focuses on general programming techniques with an emphasis on the production of interactive graphical environments. In addition, a number of advanced topics will be covered including image processing, video games, simulations, basic computer vision, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) and data visualization techniques.

Prerequisites: CSCI-UA.0002 and CSCI-UA.0004, or permission of Instructor
CSCI-UA.0381-001 Programming Tools for the Data Scientist STAFF TR 3:30-4:45PM GCASL 275

Lecture and laboratory. Building applications in Python using a project-based learning approach. Students use Python packages in a variety of applied areas, such as textual analysis and data visualization. Does not count toward the computer science major.

Prerequisites: Data Science for Everyone (DS-UA 111) or equivalent proficiency in Python, and either Introduction to Computer Programming (No Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 2) or Introduction to Computer Programming (Limited Prior Experience) (CSCI-UA 3).
CSCI-UA.0421-001 Numerical Computing STAFF TR 11:00-12:15PM CIWW 101

The need for floating-point arithmetic, the IEEE floating-point standard, and the importance of numerical computing in a wide variety of scientific applications. Fundamental types of numerical algorithms: direct methods (e.g., for systems of linear equations), iterative methods (e.g., for a nonlinear equation), and discretization methods (e.g., for a differential equation). Numerical errors: can you trust your answers? Uses graphics and software packages such as Matlab. Programming assignments.

Prerequisites: Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA 201), either Calculus I (MATH-UA 121) or both of Mathematics for Economics I and II (MATH-UA 211 and 212), and Linear Algebra (MATH-UA 140), or permission of instructor.
CSCI-UA.0453-001 Theory Of Computation STAFF TR 9:30-10:45AM CIWW 312

A mathematical approach to studying topics in computer science, such as regular languages and some of their representations (deterministic finite automata, nondeterministic finite automata, regular expressions) and proof of nonregularity. Context-free languages and pushdown automata; proofs that languages are not context-free. Elements of computability theory. Brief introduction to NP-completeness.

Prerequisites: Basic Algorithms (CSCI-UA 310) and Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA.201).
CSCI-UA.0467-001 Applied Internet Technology STAFF TR 9:30-10:45AM CIWW 101

Applied Internet Technology is a practical introduction to creating modern web applications. It covers full-stack (that is, every aspect of building a database driven web application: server programming, database implementation, frontend markup, styling and interactivity) web development. It includes topics such as database and data model design, web application architecture, separation of logic and presentation, handling user input and processing form data, managing asynchronous processes, strategies for creating real-time web applications, and handling client-side interactivity. Students will use current server and client-side web frameworks and libraries to build dynamic, data-driven sites. Various applications to support development will also be introduced, such as version control, static analysis tools, and build systems.

Prerequisites: Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA 201). Students who complete Applied Internet Technology (CSCI-UA 467) with a C or better are not eligible to take Web Development and Programming (CSCI-UA 61).
CSCI-UA.0467-002 Applied Internet Technology STAFF MW 12:30-1:45PM CIWW 109

Applied Internet Technology is a practical introduction to creating modern web applications. It covers full-stack (that is, every aspect of building a database driven web application: server programming, database implementation, frontend markup, styling and interactivity) web development. It includes topics such as database and data model design, web application architecture, separation of logic and presentation, handling user input and processing form data, managing asynchronous processes, strategies for creating real-time web applications, and handling client-side interactivity. Students will use current server and client-side web frameworks and libraries to build dynamic, data-driven sites. Various applications to support development will also be introduced, such as version control, static analysis tools, and build systems.

Prerequisites: Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA 201). Students who complete Applied Internet Technology (CSCI-UA 467) with a C or better are not eligible to take Web Development and Programming (CSCI-UA 61).
CSCI-UA.0469-001 Natural Language Processing STAFF TR 11:00-12:15PM Silv 405

Natural Language Processing (aka Computational Linguistics) is an inter-disciplinary field applying methodology of computer science and linguistics to the processing of natural languages (English, Chinese, Spanish, Japanese, etc.). Typical applications include: information extraction (automatically finding information from text); information retrieval (web searches and other applications involving the automatic selection of "relevant" documents); sentiment analysis (automatic extraction of opinions about a set of issues); and machine translation (automatically translating one natural language to another). Much of the best work in the field combines two methodologies: (1) automatically acquiring statistical information from one set of "training" documents to use as the basis for probabilistically predicting the distribution of similar information in new documents; and (2) using manually encoded linguistic knowledge. For example, many supervised methods of machine learning require: a corpus of text with manually encoded linguistic knowledge, a set of procedures for acquiring statistical patterns from this data and a transducer for predicting these same distinctions in new text. This class will cover linguistic, statistical and computational aspects of this exciting field.

Prerequisites: Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA 201).
CSCI-UA.0469-002 Natural Language Processing STAFF TR 2:00-3:15PM Silv 408

Natural Language Processing (aka Computational Linguistics) is an inter-disciplinary field applying methodology of computer science and linguistics to the processing of natural languages (English, Chinese, Spanish, Japanese, etc.). Typical applications include: information extraction (automatically finding information from text); information retrieval (web searches and other applications involving the automatic selection of "relevant" documents); sentiment analysis (automatic extraction of opinions about a set of issues); and machine translation (automatically translating one natural language to another). Much of the best work in the field combines two methodologies: (1) automatically acquiring statistical information from one set of "training" documents to use as the basis for probabilistically predicting the distribution of similar information in new documents; and (2) using manually encoded linguistic knowledge. For example, many supervised methods of machine learning require: a corpus of text with manually encoded linguistic knowledge, a set of procedures for acquiring statistical patterns from this data and a transducer for predicting these same distinctions in new text. This class will cover linguistic, statistical and computational aspects of this exciting field.

Prerequisites: Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA 201).
CSCI-UA.0470-001 Object Oriented Programming STAFF MW 9:30-10:45AM Online

Introduces the important concepts of object-oriented design and languages, including code reuse, data abstraction, inheritance, and dynamic overloading. Covers in depth those features of Java and C++ that support object-oriented programming and gives an overview of other object-oriented languages of interest. Significant programming assignments stressing object-oriented design. Not offered every academic year.

Prerequisites: Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA 201).
CSCI-UA.0472-001 Artificial Intelligence STAFF MW 11:00-12:15PM Online
Many cognitive tasks that people can do easily and almost unconsciously have proven extremely difficult to program on a computer. Artificial intelligence tackles the problem of developing computer systems that can carry out these tasks. Focus is on three central areas in AI: representation and reasoning, machine learning, and natural language processing.

Prerequisites: Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA 201) and Basic Algorithms (CSCI-UA 310).
CSCI-UA.0473-001 Fundamentals of Machine Learning STAFF MW 11:00-12:15PM GCASL C95

This exciting and fast-evolving field of computer science has many recent consumer applications (e.g., Microsoft Kinect, Google Translate, IPhone's Siri, digital camera face detection, Netflix recommendations, Google news) and applications within the sciences and medicine (e.g., predicting protein-protein interactions, species modeling, detecting tumors, personalized medicine). Students learn the theoretical foundations and how to apply machine learning to solve new problems.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102), Linear Algebra (MATH-UA 140) and Probability and Statistics (MATH-UA 185). Students may take any of the following courses in place of MATH-UA 185: Theory of Probability (MATH-UA 333), Mathematical Statistics (MATH-UA 334), Honors Theory of Probability (MATH-UA 338) OR Data Analysis (MA-UY 2224).
CSCI-UA.0473-002 Fundamentals of Machine Learning - Recitation TBA F 9:30-10:45AM Silv 405

This exciting and fast-evolving field of computer science has many recent consumer applications (e.g., Microsoft Kinect, Google Translate, IPhone's Siri, digital camera face detection, Netflix recommendations, Google news) and applications within the sciences and medicine (e.g., predicting protein-protein interactions, species modeling, detecting tumors, personalized medicine). Students learn the theoretical foundations and how to apply machine learning to solve new problems.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102), Linear Algebra (MATH-UA 140) and Probability and Statistics (MATH-UA 185). Students may take any of the following courses in place of MATH-UA 185: Theory of Probability (MATH-UA 333), Mathematical Statistics (MATH-UA 334), Honors Theory of Probability (MATH-UA 338) OR Data Analysis (MA-UY 2224).
CSCI-UA.0473-021 Fundamentals of Machine Learning - Recitation TBA F 2:00-3:15PM Silv 405

This exciting and fast-evolving field of computer science has many recent consumer applications (e.g., Microsoft Kinect, Google Translate, IPhone's Siri, digital camera face detection, Netflix recommendations, Google news) and applications within the sciences and medicine (e.g., predicting protein-protein interactions, species modeling, detecting tumors, personalized medicine). Students learn the theoretical foundations and how to apply machine learning to solve new problems.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102), Linear Algebra (MATH-UA 140) and Probability and Statistics (MATH-UA 185). Students may take any of the following courses in place of MATH-UA 185: Theory of Probability (MATH-UA 333), Mathematical Statistics (MATH-UA 334), Honors Theory of Probability (MATH-UA 338) OR Data Analysis (MA-UY 2224).
CSCI-UA.0474-002 Software Engineering STAFF TR 2:00-3:15PM Online

An intense hands-on study of practical techniques and methods of software engineering. Topics include advanced object-oriented design, design patterns, refactoring, code optimization, universal modeling language, threading, user interface design, enterprise application development, and development tools. All topics are integrated and applied during the semester long group project. The aim of the project is to prepare students for dynamics in a real workplace. Members of the group meet on a regular basis to discuss the project and to assign individual tasks. Students are judged primarily on the final project presentations. Not offered every academic year.

Prerequisites: Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA 201).
CSCI-UA.0475-001 Predictive Analytics STAFF MW 8:00-9:15AM CIWW 317

Predictive analytics is the art and science of extracting useful information from historical data and present data for the purpose of predicting future trends. In this course, students will be introduced to the phases of the analytics life-cycle and will gain an understanding of a variety of tools and machine learning algorithms for analyzing data and discovering forward insights. Several techniques will be introduced including: data preprocessing techniques, data reduction algorithms, data clustering algorithms, data classification algorithms, uplifting algorithms, association rules, data mining algorithms, recommender systems, and more. This course aims to provide students with skills of the new generation of data scientists that will allow them to structure, analyze and derive useful insights from data that could help make better decisions.

Prerequisites: Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA 201), Basic Algorithms (CSCI-UA 310), and Linear Algebra (MATH-UA 140) or Honors Linear Algebra (MATH-UA 148).
CSCI-UA.0476-001 Processing Big Data for Analytics Applications STAFF TR 8:00-9:15AM 60 Fifth Ave 150

Introduces platforms, tools, and architectures that facilitate scalable management and processing of vast quantities of data. Explores open source tools enabling the efficient acquisition, distributed storage, and processing of big data. Provides hands-on experience with distributed processing Apache solutions such as Hadoop MapReduce, HBase, Hive, Impala, Pig, core Spark, Spark SQL, and Spark Streaming. Other Apache big data tools covered are Oozie, Zookeeper, Flume, and Kafka.

Prerequisites: (CSCI-UA 201) Computer Systems Organization and (CSCI-UA 310) Basic Algorithms. Familiarity with Linux commands and SQL will be helpful but is not required.
CSCI-UA.0479-001 Data Management and Analysis STAFF MW 11:00-12:15PM CIWW 101

Extracting, transforming and analyzing data in myriad formats. Using traditional relational
databases as well as non-relational databases as well as non-relational databases to store, manipulate, and query data. Students write custom programs, create queries, and use data analysis tools and libraries on a wide array of data sets. Additional topics: data modeling, cloud databases and AP programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102). Students that complete Data Management and Analysis (CSCI-UA 479) with a C or better are not eligible to take Database Design and Implementation (CSCI-UA 60).
CSCI-UA.0479-002 Data Management and Analysis STAFF TR 11:00-12:15PM Kimmel 808

Extracting, transforming and analyzing data in myriad formats. Using traditional relational
databases as well as non-relational databases as well as non-relational databases to store, manipulate, and query data. Students write custom programs, create queries, and use data analysis tools and libraries on a wide array of data sets. Additional topics: data modeling, cloud databases and AP programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102). Students that complete Data Management and Analysis (CSCI-UA 479) with a C or better are not eligible to take Database Design and Implementation (CSCI-UA 60).
CSCI-UA.0479-003 Data Management and Analysis STAFF MW 3:30-4:45PM 60 Fifth Ave 150

Extracting, transforming and analyzing data in myriad formats. Using traditional relational
databases as well as non-relational databases as well as non-relational databases to store, manipulate, and query data. Students write custom programs, create queries, and use data analysis tools and libraries on a wide array of data sets. Additional topics: data modeling, cloud databases and AP programming.

Prerequisites: Data Structures (CSCI-UA 102). Students that complete Data Management and Analysis (CSCI-UA 479) with a C or better are not eligible to take Database Design and Implementation (CSCI-UA 60).
CSCI-UA.0480-041 Special Topics: Computer Graphics STAFF TR 12:30-1:45PM CIWW 101

This course provides an introduction to the field of Computer Graphics. We will cover the basic mathematical concepts, such as 2D and 3D transformations, study the interaction of light with geometry to derive shading models, and implement rendering algorithms such as raytracing and rasterization. We will investigate how these fundamental components are integrated into current graphics processors and study the corresponding programming APIs.

Prerequisites: CSCI-UA 201 Computer Systems Organization, CSCI-UA-310 (Basic Algorithms) and MATH-UA-140 (Linear Algebra), or departmental consent.
CSCI-UA.0480-046 Special Topics: Intro to Social Networking STAFF TR 2:00-3:15PM CIWW 312

Social Networks is a specific example of many forms of networks that have become ubiquitous in our modern society. Their utilities have been enhanced by their ability to generate massive amount of personal data that need to be analyzed and disseminated quickly. The World Wide Web enables information flows among vast number of humans; Facebook, LinkedIn, etc. connect small groups of friends; amazon, eBay, etc. provide opportunities for trading, etc. These networks determine our information, influence our opinions, and shape our political attitudes. They also link us, often through important but weak ties, to other humans. Their origin is biological: going back to quorum-sensing, swarming, flocking, social grooming, gossip, etc. Yet, as we have connected our social networks to traditional human institutions (markets, justice systems, education, etc.) through new technologies, the underlying biology has become obscured, but not dormant. This course will introduce the tools, analytics and algorithms for the study of networks and their data. It will show how certain common principles permeate the functioning of these diverse networks: e.g., issues related to robustness, fragility, and interlinkages etc.

Prerequisites: Computer System Organization (CSCI-UA.0201) with a grade of C or better
CSCI-UA.0480-051 Special Topics: Parallel Computing STAFF TR 2:00-3:15PM Online

Detailed course descriptions are available when advanced topics are announced each semester. Typical offerings include, but are not limited to, Bioinformatics, Building Robots, Computer Graphics, Machine Learning, Network Programming, Computer Vision, and Multimedia for Majors.

Prerequisites: Computer System Organization (CSCI-UA.0201) with a grade of C or better
CSCI-UA.0480-055 Special Topics: Principles of Programming Languages STAFF TR 2:00-3:15PM Tisch LC11

Computing professionals have to learn new programming languages all the time. This course teaches the fundamental principles of programming languages that enable students to learn new languages quickly and help them decide which one is best suited for a given task. Students will learn new ways of viewing computation and programs, and new ways of approaching algorithmic problems, making them better programmers overall. Topics include recursion and induction, algebraic data types and pattern matching, higher-order functions, continuations and tail recursion, programming language syntax and semantics, type systems, and objects and classes. The course will explore this material by building interpreters for programming languages of increasing complexity. The course will thus be accompanied by extensive programming assignments.

Prerequisites: CSCI-UA.0201 with a grade of C or better
CSCI-UA.0480-061 Special Topics: Open Source Software Development STAFF MW 12:30-1:45PM 60 Fifth Ave 110

This course prepares students to become active participants in open source projects. It begins with an overview of the philosophy and brief history of open source development, followed by an in-depth look at different types of open source projects and the study of various tools involved in open source development. In particular, it covers the collaborative nature of open source projects, community structure, version control systems, licensing, intellectual property, types of contributions (programming and non-programming) and the tool-chains that enable such contributions. The students are expected to contribute to existing open source projects.

Prerequisites: CSCI-UA.0201 with a grade of C or better
CSCI-UA.0480-062 Special Topics: Computer Networks STAFF MW 3:30-4:45PM Bobst LL150

This course will introduce students to computer networks, using today's Internet as an example. Topics covered include socket programming, routing, forwarding, reliable transmission, congestion control, and medium access control. The course will involve a good deal of programming in Python. Familiarity with programming, algorithms, and basic probability is expected. Prerequisites: Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA 201), Basic Algorithms (CSCI-UA.0310), and Discrete Mathematics (Math UA 120); or permission of the department.

Prerequisites: Computer Systems Organization (CSCI-UA 201), Basic Algorithms (CSCI-UA.0310), and Discrete Mathematics (Math UA 120); or permission of the department.
CSCI-UA.0480-076 Special Topics: Technology, Law, and Policy STAFF MW 9:30-10:45AM GCASL 275
Detailed course descriptions are available when advanced topics are announced each semester. Typical offerings include, but are not limited to, Bioinformatics, Building Robots, Computer Graphics, Machine Learning, Network Programming, Computer Vision, and Multimedia for Majors.

Prerequisites: Topics determine prerequisites.

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